Canyon Crest Academy vs Pacific Trails Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 354 m 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
Pacific Trails Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 7–8
971 students
| Measure | Canyon Crest Academy San Diego, California | Pacific Trails Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #21 of 1,343 | #35 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1256 of 16,910 | #1034 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,147 | 971 |
| Enrollment | 2,147 | 971 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.4% | 12% |
| Students per teacher | 25.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 83% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pacific Trails Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.0 vs 80.0).
- •Pacific Trails Middle does better on math proficiency (83% vs 80%).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 87%).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.4% vs 12%).
- •Pacific Trails Middle does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 25.9).
- •Canyon Crest Academy is the larger school with 2,147 students compared with 971.
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 Pacific Trails Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pacific Trails Middle ranks higher (83.0 vs 80.0 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 Canyon Crest Academy and Pacific Trails Middle?
About 354 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon Crest Academy: 2,147. Pacific Trails Middle: 971. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon Crest Academy and Pacific Trails Middle rank in California?
Canyon Crest Academy is 21st of 1,343 and Pacific Trails Middle is 35th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).