Canyon High vs Esperanza High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canyon High
Anaheim · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,183 students
Esperanza High
Anaheim · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,393 students
| Measure | Canyon High Anaheim, California | Esperanza High Anaheim, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #194 of 1,343 | #244 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #4978 of 16,910 | #5764 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,183 | 1,393 |
| Enrollment | 2,183 | 1,393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.5% | 44.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.0 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 52% |
| city | Anaheim | Anaheim |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canyon High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.2 vs 60.1).
- •Esperanza High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 47%).
- •Canyon High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 74%).
- •Canyon High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.5% vs 44.9%).
- •Esperanza High does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 26.0).
- •Canyon High is the larger school with 2,183 students compared with 1,393.
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 High better than Esperanza High?
On the Success Index (US), Canyon High ranks higher (63.2 vs 60.1 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 Canyon High and Esperanza High?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Anaheim and Anaheim in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon High: 2,183. Esperanza High: 1,393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon High and Esperanza High rank in California?
Canyon High is 194th of 1,343 and Esperanza High is 244th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).