Arnold O. Beckman High vs Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 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
Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy
Irvine · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
455 students
| Measure | Arnold O. Beckman High Irvine, California | Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #212 of 1,343 | #1383 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5277 of 16,910 | #18470 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,776 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 2,776 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.5% | 13.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 28.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | Irvine | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arnold O. Beckman High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.0 vs 59.6).
- •Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.2% vs 44.5%).
- •Arnold O. Beckman High does better on students per teacher (26.4 vs 28.4).
- •Arnold O. Beckman High is the larger school with 2,776 students compared with 455.
- •Arnold O. Beckman High is a public school while Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Arnold O. Beckman High ranks higher (62.0 vs 59.6 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 Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arnold O. Beckman High: 2,776. Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arnold O. Beckman High and Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy rank in California?
Arnold O. Beckman High is 212th of 1,343 and Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy is 1383rd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).