Citrus Hill High vs Monta Vista High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 575 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Citrus Hill High
Perris · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,630 students
Monta Vista High
Cupertino · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,630 students
| Measure | Citrus Hill High Perris, California | Monta Vista High Cupertino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #850 of 1,343 | #15 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13383 of 16,910 | #1051 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,630 | 1,630 |
| Enrollment | 1,630 | 1,630 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 89% |
| city | Perris | Cupertino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monta Vista High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 29.8).
- •Monta Vista High does better on math proficiency (89% vs 26%).
- •Monta Vista High does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 56%).
- •Monta Vista High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6% vs 91.6%).
- •Citrus Hill High does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 24.0).
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 Citrus Hill High better than Monta Vista High?
On the Success Index (US), Monta Vista High ranks higher (81.5 vs 29.8 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 Citrus Hill High and Monta Vista High?
About 575 km in a straight line, between Perris and Cupertino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Citrus Hill High: 1,630. Monta Vista High: 1,630. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Citrus Hill High and Monta Vista High rank in California?
Citrus Hill High is 850th of 1,343 and Monta Vista High is 15th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).