Arcata High vs Jacoby Creek
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcata High
Arcata · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,007 students
Jacoby Creek
Bayside · Public elementary · Grades K–8
455 students
| Measure | Arcata High Arcata, California | Jacoby Creek Bayside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #261 of 1,343 | #588 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6226 of 16,910 | #8453 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,007 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 1,007 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.3% | 34.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 70% |
| city | Arcata | Bayside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jacoby Creek scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.2 vs 58.3).
- •Jacoby Creek does better on math proficiency (70% vs 38%).
- •Jacoby Creek does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 75%).
- •Jacoby Creek does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.9% vs 40.3%).
- •Arcata High does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 20.7).
- •Arcata High is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 455.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Arcata High better than Jacoby Creek?
On the Success Index (US), Jacoby Creek ranks higher (74.2 vs 58.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Arcata High and Jacoby Creek?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Arcata and Bayside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcata High: 1,007. Jacoby Creek: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcata High and Jacoby Creek rank in California?
Arcata High is 261st of 1,343 and Jacoby Creek is 588th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).