Fullerton Union High vs Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fullerton Union High
Fullerton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,880 students
Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts
Fullerton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
820 students
| Measure | Fullerton Union High Fullerton, California | Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts Fullerton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #590 of 1,343 | #561 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11048 of 16,910 | #9789 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,880 | 820 |
| Enrollment | 1,880 | 820 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.8% | 62.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 38% |
| city | Fullerton | Fullerton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (39.6 vs 40.1).
- •Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts does better on math proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Fullerton Union High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 51%).
- •Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.6% vs 62.8%).
- •Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 26.1).
- •Fullerton Union High is the larger school with 1,880 students compared with 820.
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 Fullerton Union High better than Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts?
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 Fullerton Union High and Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Fullerton and Fullerton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fullerton Union High: 1,880. Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts: 820. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fullerton Union High and Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts rank in California?
Fullerton Union High is 590th of 1,343 and Ladera Vista Junior High School of the Arts is 561st of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).