Da Vinci Design vs Pacific Collegiate Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 475 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Da Vinci Design
El Segundo · Charter high · Grades 9–12
536 students
Pacific Collegiate Charter
Santa Cruz · Charter high · Grades 7–12
536 students
| Measure | Da Vinci Design El Segundo, California | Pacific Collegiate Charter Santa Cruz, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #306 of 1,343 | #92 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #6903 of 16,910 | #2836 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 536 | 536 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 536 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.8% | 9.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | El Segundo | Santa Cruz |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pacific Collegiate Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 55.5).
- •Pacific Collegiate Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.7% vs 52.8%).
- •Pacific Collegiate Charter does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 19.9).
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 Da Vinci Design better than Pacific Collegiate Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Pacific Collegiate Charter ranks higher (71.9 vs 55.5 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 Da Vinci Design and Pacific Collegiate Charter?
About 475 km in a straight line, between El Segundo and Santa Cruz in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Da Vinci Design: 536. Pacific Collegiate Charter: 536. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Da Vinci Design and Pacific Collegiate Charter rank in California?
Da Vinci Design is 306th of 1,343 and Pacific Collegiate Charter is 92nd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).