Canyon High vs Golden Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canyon High
Canyon Country · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,952 students
Golden Valley High
Santa Clarita · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,980 students
| Measure | Canyon High Canyon Country, California | Golden Valley High Santa Clarita, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #254 of 1,343 | #348 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #5921 of 16,910 | #7688 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,952 | 1,980 |
| Enrollment | 1,952 | 1,980 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.1% | 42.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 37% |
| city | Canyon Country | Santa Clarita |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canyon High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.5 vs 52.6).
- •Canyon High does better on math proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Canyon High does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 69%).
- •Canyon High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.1% vs 42.3%).
- •Golden Valley High does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 24.4).
- •Golden Valley High is the larger school with 1,980 students compared with 1,952.
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 Golden Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), Canyon High ranks higher (59.5 vs 52.6 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 Golden Valley High?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Canyon Country and Santa Clarita in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon High: 1,952. Golden Valley High: 1,980. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon High and Golden Valley High rank in California?
Canyon High is 254th of 1,343 and Golden Valley High is 348th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).