Compton High vs Lifeline Education Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 944 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Compton High
Compton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,438 students
Lifeline Education Charter
Compton · Charter other · Grades K–12
698 students
| Measure | Compton High Compton, California | Lifeline Education Charter Compton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1251 of 1,343 | – |
| National rank | #16095 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 1,438 | 698 |
| Enrollment | 1,438 | 698 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.9% | 95% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 34% |
| city | Compton | Compton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lifeline Education Charter does better on math proficiency (34% vs 17%).
- •Lifeline Education Charter does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 35%).
- •Compton High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.9% vs 95%).
- •Lifeline Education Charter does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 26.1).
- •Compton High is the larger school with 1,438 students compared with 698.
- •Compton High is a public school while Lifeline Education Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Compton High better than Lifeline Education Charter?
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 Compton High and Lifeline Education Charter?
About 944 m in a straight line, between Compton and Compton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Compton High: 1,438. Lifeline Education Charter: 698. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Compton High and Lifeline Education Charter rank in California?
Compton High is 1251st of 1,343 and Lifeline Education Charter is unranked among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).