El Capitan High vs Indian Springs High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 142 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
El Capitan High
Lakeside · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,810 students
Indian Springs High
San Bernardino · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,810 students
| Measure | El Capitan High Lakeside, California | Indian Springs High San Bernardino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #523 of 1,343 | #1155 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #10361 of 16,910 | #15580 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,810 | 1,810 |
| Enrollment | 1,810 | 1,810 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.2% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 14% |
| city | Lakeside | San Bernardino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •El Capitan High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.4 vs 18.2).
- •El Capitan High does better on math proficiency (31% vs 14%).
- •El Capitan High does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 46%).
- •El Capitan High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.2% vs 96.8%).
- •Indian Springs High does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 22.1).
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 El Capitan High better than Indian Springs High?
On the Success Index (US), El Capitan High ranks higher (42.4 vs 18.2 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 El Capitan High and Indian Springs High?
About 142 km in a straight line, between Lakeside and San Bernardino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
El Capitan High: 1,810. Indian Springs High: 1,810. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do El Capitan High and Indian Springs High rank in California?
El Capitan High is 523rd of 1,343 and Indian Springs High is 1155th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).