Compton High vs Sanger West High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 341 km 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
Sanger West High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,438 students
| Measure | Compton High Compton, California | Sanger West High Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1251 of 1,343 | #1065 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #16095 of 16,910 | #14950 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,438 | 1,438 |
| Enrollment | 1,438 | 1,438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.9% | 65.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 25.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | – |
| city | Compton | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sanger West High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.0 vs 14.7).
- •Sanger West High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.6% vs 91.9%).
- •Sanger West High does better on students per teacher (25.7 vs 26.1).
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 Sanger West High?
On the Success Index (US), Sanger West High ranks higher (22.0 vs 14.7 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 Compton High and Sanger West High?
About 341 km in a straight line, between Compton and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Compton High: 1,438. Sanger West High: 1,438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Compton High and Sanger West High rank in California?
Compton High is 1251st of 1,343 and Sanger West High is 1065th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).