Canyon Crest Academy vs Garden Grove High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 115 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canyon Crest Academy
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,147 students
Garden Grove High
Garden Grove · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,148 students
| Measure | Canyon Crest Academy San Diego, California | Garden Grove High Garden Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #21 of 1,343 | #456 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #1256 of 16,910 | #9306 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,147 | 2,148 |
| Enrollment | 2,147 | 2,148 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.4% | 82.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.9 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 47% |
| city | San Diego | Garden Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canyon Crest Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.0 vs 46.5).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on math proficiency (80% vs 47%).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 70%).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.4% vs 82.3%).
- •Garden Grove High does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 25.9).
- •Garden Grove High is the larger school with 2,148 students compared with 2,147.
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 Canyon Crest Academy better than Garden Grove High?
On the Success Index (US), Canyon Crest Academy ranks higher (80.0 vs 46.5 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 Canyon Crest Academy and Garden Grove High?
About 115 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Garden Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon Crest Academy: 2,147. Garden Grove High: 2,148. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon Crest Academy and Garden Grove High rank in California?
Canyon Crest Academy is 21st of 1,343 and Garden Grove High is 456th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).