Canyon Crest Academy vs Sycamore Ridge
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 974 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
Sycamore Ridge
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–6
386 students
| Measure | Canyon Crest Academy San Diego, California | Sycamore Ridge San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 1,343 | #308 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #1256 of 16,910 | #5273 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,147 | 386 |
| Enrollment | 2,147 | 386 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.4% | 26.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.9 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 76% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.0 vs 79.5).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on math proficiency (80% vs 76%).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 82%).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.4% vs 26.7%).
- •Sycamore Ridge does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 25.9).
- •Canyon Crest Academy is the larger school with 2,147 students compared with 386.
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 Sycamore Ridge?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Canyon Crest Academy and Sycamore Ridge?
About 974 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon Crest Academy: 2,147. Sycamore Ridge: 386. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon Crest Academy and Sycamore Ridge rank in California?
Canyon Crest Academy is 21st of 1,343 and Sycamore Ridge is 308th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).