Fairfield High vs Magnolia High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 615 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield High
Fairfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,605 students
Magnolia High
Anaheim · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,608 students
| Measure | Fairfield High Fairfield, California | Magnolia High Anaheim, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1124 of 1,343 | #1184 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15338 of 16,910 | #15703 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,605 | 1,608 |
| Enrollment | 1,605 | 1,608 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.3% | 90.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 13% |
| city | Fairfield | Anaheim |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairfield High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.5 vs 17.4).
- •Fairfield High does better on math proficiency (14% vs 13%).
- •Fairfield High does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Fairfield High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.3% vs 90.7%).
- •Magnolia High does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 24.0).
- •Magnolia High is the larger school with 1,608 students compared with 1,605.
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 Fairfield High better than Magnolia High?
On the Success Index (US), Fairfield High ranks higher (19.5 vs 17.4 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 Fairfield High and Magnolia High?
About 615 km in a straight line, between Fairfield and Anaheim in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield High: 1,605. Magnolia High: 1,608. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield High and Magnolia High rank in California?
Fairfield High is 1124th of 1,343 and Magnolia High is 1184th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).