Bonita Canyon Elementary vs University High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bonita Canyon Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–6
395 students
University High
Irvine · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,307 students
| Measure | Bonita Canyon Elementary Irvine, California | University High Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #583 of 5,693 | #63 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #8369 of 50,301 | #2283 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 395 | 2,307 |
| Enrollment | 395 | 2,307 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.2% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 28.2 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 75% |
| city | Irvine | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (74.3 vs 74.3).
- •University High does better on math proficiency (75% vs 63%).
- •Bonita Canyon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 78%).
- •Bonita Canyon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.2% vs 23%).
- •University High does better on students per teacher (26.2 vs 28.2).
- •University High is the larger school with 2,307 students compared with 395.
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 Bonita Canyon Elementary better than University High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bonita Canyon Elementary and University High?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bonita Canyon Elementary: 395. University High: 2,307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bonita Canyon Elementary and University High rank in California?
Bonita Canyon Elementary is 583rd of 5,693 and University High is 63rd of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).