C. K. McClatchy High vs Lowell High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 126 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C. K. McClatchy High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,569 students
Lowell High
San Francisco · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,571 students
| Measure | C. K. McClatchy High Sacramento, California | Lowell High San Francisco, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #601 of 1,343 | #68 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11182 of 16,910 | #2314 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,569 | 2,571 |
| Enrollment | 2,569 | 2,571 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.3% | 42.5% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 83% |
| city | Sacramento | San Francisco |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lowell High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 39.0).
- •Lowell High does better on math proficiency (83% vs 34%).
- •Lowell High does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 51%).
- •Lowell High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.5% vs 50.3%).
- •Lowell High does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 25.2).
- •Lowell High is the larger school with 2,571 students compared with 2,569.
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 C. K. McClatchy High better than Lowell High?
On the Success Index (US), Lowell High ranks higher (74.1 vs 39.0 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 C. K. McClatchy High and Lowell High?
About 126 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and San Francisco in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. K. McClatchy High: 2,569. Lowell High: 2,571. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. K. McClatchy High and Lowell High rank in California?
C. K. McClatchy High is 601st of 1,343 and Lowell High is 68th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).