Burroughs High vs South Pasadena Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 176 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burroughs High
Ridgecrest · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,536 students
South Pasadena Senior High
South Pasadena · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,536 students
| Measure | Burroughs High Ridgecrest, California | South Pasadena Senior High South Pasadena, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #385 of 1,343 | #41 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #8226 of 16,910 | #1814 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,536 | 1,536 |
| Enrollment | 1,536 | 1,536 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.9% | 15% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 69% |
| city | Ridgecrest | South Pasadena |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Pasadena Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.7 vs 50.6).
- •South Pasadena Senior High does better on math proficiency (69% vs 35%).
- •South Pasadena Senior High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 73%).
- •South Pasadena Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15% vs 52.9%).
- •Burroughs High does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 24.8).
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 South Pasadena Senior High?
On the Success Index (US), South Pasadena Senior High ranks higher (76.7 vs 50.6 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 South Pasadena Senior High?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Ridgecrest and South Pasadena in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burroughs High: 1,536. South Pasadena Senior High: 1,536. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burroughs High and South Pasadena Senior High rank in California?
Burroughs High is 385th of 1,343 and South Pasadena Senior High is 41st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).