Foothill High vs Jesse M. Bethel High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 97 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foothill High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,417 students
Jesse M. Bethel High
Vallejo · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,418 students
| Measure | Foothill High Sacramento, California | Jesse M. Bethel High Vallejo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1081 of 1,343 | #1199 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15088 of 16,910 | #15781 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,417 | 1,418 |
| Enrollment | 1,417 | 1,418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.2% | 77.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 12% |
| city | Sacramento | Vallejo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foothill High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.1 vs 16.9).
- •Foothill High does better on math proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Foothill High does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 34%).
- •Jesse M. Bethel High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.4% vs 92.2%).
- •Jesse M. Bethel High does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.1).
- •Jesse M. Bethel High is the larger school with 1,418 students compared with 1,417.
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 Foothill High better than Jesse M. Bethel High?
On the Success Index (US), Foothill High ranks higher (21.1 vs 16.9 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 Foothill High and Jesse M. Bethel High?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Vallejo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foothill High: 1,417. Jesse M. Bethel High: 1,418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foothill High and Jesse M. Bethel High rank in California?
Foothill High is 1081st of 1,343 and Jesse M. Bethel High is 1199th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).