Burroughs High vs Valencia High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 37 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burroughs High
Burbank · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,283 students
Valencia High
Valencia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,286 students
| Measure | Burroughs High Burbank, California | Valencia High Valencia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #250 of 1,343 | #97 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #5867 of 16,910 | #2954 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,283 | 2,286 |
| Enrollment | 2,283 | 2,286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.6% | 12.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 55% |
| city | Burbank | Valencia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valencia High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 59.7).
- •Valencia High does better on math proficiency (55% vs 44%).
- •Valencia High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Valencia High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.7% vs 26.6%).
- •Valencia High does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 24.5).
- •Valencia High is the larger school with 2,286 students compared with 2,283.
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 Burroughs High better than Valencia High?
On the Success Index (US), Valencia High ranks higher (71.4 vs 59.7 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 Burroughs High and Valencia High?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Burbank and Valencia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burroughs High: 2,283. Valencia High: 2,286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burroughs High and Valencia High rank in California?
Burroughs High is 250th of 1,343 and Valencia High is 97th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).