Bernardo Heights Middle vs Rancho Bernardo High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 273 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bernardo Heights Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,487 students
Rancho Bernardo High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,210 students
| Measure | Bernardo Heights Middle San Diego, California | Rancho Bernardo High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #137 of 1,334 | #50 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #2401 of 15,369 | #1963 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,487 | 2,210 |
| Enrollment | 1,487 | 2,210 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.8% | 15.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 72% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rancho Bernardo High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.9 vs 74.7).
- •Rancho Bernardo High does better on math proficiency (72% vs 60%).
- •Rancho Bernardo High does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 74%).
- •Bernardo Heights Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.8% vs 15.2%).
- •Bernardo Heights Middle does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 24.6).
- •Rancho Bernardo High is the larger school with 2,210 students compared with 1,487.
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 Bernardo Heights Middle better than Rancho Bernardo High?
On the Success Index (US), Rancho Bernardo High ranks higher (75.9 vs 74.7 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 Bernardo Heights Middle and Rancho Bernardo High?
About 273 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bernardo Heights Middle: 1,487. Rancho Bernardo High: 2,210. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bernardo Heights Middle and Rancho Bernardo High rank in California?
Bernardo Heights Middle is 137th of 1,334 and Rancho Bernardo High is 50th of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).