C. K. McClatchy High vs The MET
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.3 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
The MET
Sacramento · Charter high · Grades 9–12
190 students
| Measure | C. K. McClatchy High Sacramento, California | The MET Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #601 of 1,343 | #493 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11182 of 16,910 | #9894 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,569 | 190 |
| Enrollment | 2,569 | 190 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.3% | 43.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 17% |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The MET scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 39.0).
- •C. K. McClatchy High does better on math proficiency (34% vs 17%).
- •The MET does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •The MET does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 50.3%).
- •The MET does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 25.2).
- •C. K. McClatchy High is the larger school with 2,569 students compared with 190.
- •C. K. McClatchy High is a public school while The MET is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 The MET?
On the Success Index (US), The MET ranks higher (44.2 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 The MET?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. K. McClatchy High: 2,569. The MET: 190. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. K. McClatchy High and The MET rank in California?
C. K. McClatchy High is 601st of 1,343 and The MET is 493rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).