Arnold O. Beckman High vs Irvine High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 1.7 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 High
Irvine · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,964 students
| Measure | Arnold O. Beckman High Irvine, California | Irvine High Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #212 of 1,343 | #91 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #5277 of 16,910 | #2829 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,776 | 1,964 |
| Enrollment | 2,776 | 1,964 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.5% | 22.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 68% |
| city | Irvine | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irvine High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 62.0).
- •Irvine High does better on math proficiency (68% vs 62%).
- •Irvine High does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 74%).
- •Irvine High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.6% vs 44.5%).
- •Irvine High does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 26.4).
- •Arnold O. Beckman High is the larger school with 2,776 students compared with 1,964.
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 High?
On the Success Index (US), Irvine High ranks higher (71.9 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 Irvine High?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arnold O. Beckman High: 2,776. Irvine High: 1,964. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arnold O. Beckman High and Irvine High rank in California?
Arnold O. Beckman High is 212th of 1,343 and Irvine High is 91st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).