Central Valley High vs Waterford High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 365 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Valley High
Shasta Lake · Public high · Grades 9–12
583 students
Waterford High
Waterford · Public high · Grades 9–12
582 students
| Measure | Central Valley High Shasta Lake, California | Waterford High Waterford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #559 of 1,343 | #539 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #10737 of 16,910 | #10558 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 583 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.5% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 32% |
| city | Shasta Lake | Waterford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (40.9 vs 41.7).
- •Central Valley High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Waterford High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •Central Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.5% vs 85.9%).
- •Waterford High does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 22.4).
- •Central Valley High is the larger school with 583 students compared with 582.
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 Waterford High?
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 Central Valley High and Waterford High?
About 365 km in a straight line, between Shasta Lake and Waterford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Valley High: 583. Waterford High: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Valley High and Waterford High rank in California?
Central Valley High is 559th of 1,343 and Waterford High is 539th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).