Central Valley High vs Joel J. Hidahl Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 829 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Valley High
Ceres · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,317 students
Joel J. Hidahl Elementary
Ceres · Public elementary · Grades K–6
393 students
| Measure | Central Valley High Ceres, California | Joel J. Hidahl Elementary Ceres, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #909 of 1,343 | #4690 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13839 of 16,910 | #46434 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,317 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 2,317 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 86% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 25% |
| city | Ceres | Ceres |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Valley High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.6 vs 17.3).
- •Joel J. Hidahl Elementary does better on math proficiency (25% vs 20%).
- •Central Valley High does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 33%).
- •Joel J. Hidahl Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86% vs 87.4%).
- •Central Valley High does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 24.6).
- •Central Valley High is the larger school with 2,317 students compared with 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 Central Valley High better than Joel J. Hidahl Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Valley High ranks higher (27.6 vs 17.3 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 Central Valley High and Joel J. Hidahl Elementary?
About 829 m in a straight line, between Ceres and Ceres in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Valley High: 2,317. Joel J. Hidahl Elementary: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Valley High and Joel J. Hidahl Elementary rank in California?
Central Valley High is 909th of 1,343 and Joel J. Hidahl Elementary is 4690th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).