California City High vs STEM Academy at Bernstein High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 120 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California City High
California City · Public high · Grades 9–12
604 students
STEM Academy at Bernstein High
Hollywood · Public high · Grades 9–12
599 students
| Measure | California City High California City, California | STEM Academy at Bernstein High Hollywood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #981 of 1,343 | #642 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14359 of 16,910 | #11652 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 604 | 599 |
| Enrollment | 604 | 599 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.8% | 97.5% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | California City | Hollywood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •STEM Academy at Bernstein High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.3 vs 25.1).
- •STEM Academy at Bernstein High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •STEM Academy at Bernstein High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •California City High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 97.5%).
- •STEM Academy at Bernstein High does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 23.2).
- •California City High is the larger school with 604 students compared with 599.
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 California City High better than STEM Academy at Bernstein High?
On the Success Index (US), STEM Academy at Bernstein High ranks higher (37.3 vs 25.1 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 California City High and STEM Academy at Bernstein High?
About 120 km in a straight line, between California City and Hollywood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California City High: 604. STEM Academy at Bernstein High: 599. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California City High and STEM Academy at Bernstein High rank in California?
California City High is 981st of 1,343 and STEM Academy at Bernstein High is 642nd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).