Arroyo High vs Mt. Whitney High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 274 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo High
El Monte · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,638 students
Mt. Whitney High
Visalia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,637 students
| Measure | Arroyo High El Monte, California | Mt. Whitney High Visalia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #485 of 1,343 | #651 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #9747 of 16,910 | #11693 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,638 | 1,637 |
| Enrollment | 1,638 | 1,637 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 74% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 30% |
| city | El Monte | Visalia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arroyo High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.7 vs 37.1).
- •Arroyo High does better on math proficiency (43% vs 30%).
- •Arroyo High does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 62%).
- •Mt. Whitney High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74% vs 84.1%).
- •Arroyo High does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 22.1).
- •Arroyo High is the larger school with 1,638 students compared with 1,637.
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 Arroyo High better than Mt. Whitney High?
On the Success Index (US), Arroyo High ranks higher (44.7 vs 37.1 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 Arroyo High and Mt. Whitney High?
About 274 km in a straight line, between El Monte and Visalia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo High: 1,638. Mt. Whitney High: 1,637. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo High and Mt. Whitney High rank in California?
Arroyo High is 485th of 1,343 and Mt. Whitney High is 651st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).