Arleta High vs San Fernando Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arleta High
Arleta · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,038 students
San Fernando Senior High
San Fernando · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,608 students
| Measure | Arleta High Arleta, California | San Fernando Senior High San Fernando, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1059 of 1,343 | #882 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14902 of 16,910 | #13648 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,038 | 1,608 |
| Enrollment | 1,038 | 1,608 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.9% | 93.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 26% |
| city | Arleta | San Fernando |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Fernando Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 22.2).
- •San Fernando Senior High does better on math proficiency (26% vs 21%).
- •San Fernando Senior High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 41%).
- •Arleta High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.9% vs 93.2%).
- •Arleta High does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 18.9).
- •San Fernando Senior High is the larger school with 1,608 students compared with 1,038.
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 Arleta High better than San Fernando Senior High?
On the Success Index (US), San Fernando Senior High ranks higher (28.6 vs 22.2 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 Arleta High and San Fernando Senior High?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Arleta and San Fernando in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arleta High: 1,038. San Fernando Senior High: 1,608. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arleta High and San Fernando Senior High rank in California?
Arleta High is 1059th of 1,343 and San Fernando Senior High is 882nd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).