Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science vs Encina High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 723 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science
Escondido · Public high · Grades 9–12
765 students
Encina High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
766 students
| Measure | Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science Escondido, California | Encina High Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #411 of 1,343 | #1323 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #8567 of 16,910 | #16621 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 765 | 766 |
| Enrollment | 765 | 766 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 87.7% |
| Students per teacher | 27.3 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 10% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 3% |
| city | Escondido | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.3 vs 9.8).
- •Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science does better on math proficiency (42% vs 3%).
- •Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 10%).
- •Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.8% vs 87.7%).
- •Encina High does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 27.3).
- •Encina High is the larger school with 766 students compared with 765.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science better than Encina High?
On the Success Index (US), Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science ranks higher (49.3 vs 9.8 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 Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science and Encina High?
About 723 km in a straight line, between Escondido and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science: 765. Encina High: 766. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science and Encina High rank in California?
Del Lago Academy - Campus of Applied Science is 411th of 1,343 and Encina High is 1323rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).