Archie Williams High vs Terra Linda High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Archie Williams High
San Anselmo · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,141 students
Terra Linda High
San Rafael · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,248 students
| Measure | Archie Williams High San Anselmo, California | Terra Linda High San Rafael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #46 of 1,343 | #368 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #1840 of 16,910 | #8059 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,141 | 1,248 |
| Enrollment | 1,141 | 1,248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.3% | 49.4% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 45% |
| city | San Anselmo | San Rafael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Archie Williams High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 51.3).
- •Archie Williams High does better on math proficiency (63% vs 45%).
- •Archie Williams High does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 62%).
- •Archie Williams High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.3% vs 49.4%).
- •Archie Williams High does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 20.8).
- •Terra Linda High is the larger school with 1,248 students compared with 1,141.
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 Archie Williams High better than Terra Linda High?
On the Success Index (US), Archie Williams High ranks higher (76.5 vs 51.3 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 Archie Williams High and Terra Linda High?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between San Anselmo and San Rafael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Archie Williams High: 1,141. Terra Linda High: 1,248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Archie Williams High and Terra Linda High rank in California?
Archie Williams High is 46th of 1,343 and Terra Linda High is 368th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).