Corona High vs University High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 33 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Corona High
Corona · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,307 students
University High
Irvine · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,307 students
| Measure | Corona High Corona, California | University High Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #619 of 1,343 | #63 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11365 of 16,910 | #2283 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,307 | 2,307 |
| Enrollment | 2,307 | 2,307 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 75% |
| city | Corona | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.3 vs 38.3).
- •University High does better on math proficiency (75% vs 33%).
- •University High does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 67%).
- •University High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23% vs 86.3%).
- •Corona High does better on students per teacher (23.8 vs 26.2).
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 Corona High better than University High?
On the Success Index (US), University High ranks higher (74.3 vs 38.3 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 Corona High and University High?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Corona and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Corona High: 2,307. University High: 2,307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Corona High and University High rank in California?
Corona High is 619th of 1,343 and University High is 63rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).