Foothill Technology High vs Golden Valley Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foothill Technology High
Ventura · Public high · Grades 9–12
951 students
Golden Valley Charter
Ventura · Charter other · Grades K–12
574 students
| Measure | Foothill Technology High Ventura, California | Golden Valley Charter Ventura, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #129 of 1,343 | – |
| National rank | #3603 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 951 | 574 |
| Enrollment | 951 | 574 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.8% | 35.5% |
| Students per teacher | 27.2 | 31.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 34% |
| city | Ventura | Ventura |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foothill Technology High does better on math proficiency (66% vs 34%).
- •Foothill Technology High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 56%).
- •Golden Valley Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.5% vs 38.8%).
- •Foothill Technology High does better on students per teacher (27.2 vs 31.9).
- •Foothill Technology High is the larger school with 951 students compared with 574.
- •Foothill Technology High is a public school while Golden Valley Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Technology High better than Golden Valley Charter?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Foothill Technology High and Golden Valley Charter?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Ventura and Ventura in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foothill Technology High: 951. Golden Valley Charter: 574. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foothill Technology High and Golden Valley Charter rank in California?
Foothill Technology High is 129th of 1,343 and Golden Valley Charter is unranked among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).