Canyon Crest Academy vs Torrey Pines High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 3.3 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
Torrey Pines High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,536 students
| Measure | Canyon Crest Academy San Diego, California | Torrey Pines High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #21 of 1,343 | #90 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #1256 of 16,910 | #2816 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,147 | 2,536 |
| Enrollment | 2,147 | 2,536 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.4% | 17.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.9 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 62% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canyon Crest Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.0 vs 72.0).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on math proficiency (80% vs 62%).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 77%).
- •Canyon Crest Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.4% vs 17.7%).
- •Torrey Pines High does better on students per teacher (25.4 vs 25.9).
- •Torrey Pines High is the larger school with 2,536 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 Torrey Pines High?
On the Success Index (US), Canyon Crest Academy ranks higher (80.0 vs 72.0 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 Torrey Pines High?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon Crest Academy: 2,147. Torrey Pines High: 2,536. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon Crest Academy and Torrey Pines High rank in California?
Canyon Crest Academy is 21st of 1,343 and Torrey Pines High is 90th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).