Arnold O. Beckman High vs Hicks Canyon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnold O. Beckman High
Irvine · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,776 students
Hicks Canyon Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–5
830 students
| Measure | Arnold O. Beckman High Irvine, California | Hicks Canyon Elementary Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #212 of 1,343 | #676 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5277 of 16,910 | #9581 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,776 | 830 |
| Enrollment | 2,776 | 830 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.5% | 37.5% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 26.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 75% |
| city | Irvine | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hicks Canyon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 62.0).
- •Hicks Canyon Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 62%).
- •Hicks Canyon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 74%).
- •Hicks Canyon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.5% vs 44.5%).
- •Arnold O. Beckman High does better on students per teacher (26.4 vs 26.8).
- •Arnold O. Beckman High is the larger school with 2,776 students compared with 830.
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 Arnold O. Beckman High better than Hicks Canyon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hicks Canyon Elementary ranks higher (72.5 vs 62.0 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 Arnold O. Beckman High and Hicks Canyon Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arnold O. Beckman High: 2,776. Hicks Canyon Elementary: 830. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arnold O. Beckman High and Hicks Canyon Elementary rank in California?
Arnold O. Beckman High is 212th of 1,343 and Hicks Canyon Elementary is 676th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).