Buena High vs Foothill Technology High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 910 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buena High
Ventura · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,585 students
Foothill Technology High
Ventura · Public high · Grades 9–12
951 students
| Measure | Buena High Ventura, California | Foothill Technology High Ventura, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #643 of 1,343 | #129 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11660 of 16,910 | #3603 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,585 | 951 |
| Enrollment | 1,585 | 951 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 27.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 66% |
| city | Ventura | Ventura |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foothill Technology High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.8 vs 37.2).
- •Foothill Technology High does better on math proficiency (66% vs 32%).
- •Foothill Technology High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 53%).
- •Foothill Technology High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.8% vs 60.2%).
- •Buena High does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 27.2).
- •Buena High is the larger school with 1,585 students compared with 951.
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 Buena High better than Foothill Technology High?
On the Success Index (US), Foothill Technology High ranks higher (68.8 vs 37.2 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 Buena High and Foothill Technology High?
About 910 m in a straight line, between Ventura and Ventura in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena High: 1,585. Foothill Technology High: 951. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena High and Foothill Technology High rank in California?
Buena High is 643rd of 1,343 and Foothill Technology High is 129th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).