Garey High vs South Hills High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garey High
Pomona · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,567 students
South Hills High
West Covina · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,568 students
| Measure | Garey High Pomona, California | South Hills High West Covina, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1172 of 1,343 | #466 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15640 of 16,910 | #9461 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,567 | 1,568 |
| Enrollment | 1,567 | 1,568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 62.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 36% |
| city | Pomona | West Covina |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Hills High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.0 vs 17.8).
- •South Hills High does better on math proficiency (36% vs 17%).
- •South Hills High does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 39%).
- •South Hills High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.3% vs 91.4%).
- •Garey High does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.1).
- •South Hills High is the larger school with 1,568 students compared with 1,567.
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 Garey High better than South Hills High?
On the Success Index (US), South Hills High ranks higher (46.0 vs 17.8 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 Garey High and South Hills High?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Pomona and West Covina in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garey High: 1,567. South Hills High: 1,568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garey High and South Hills High rank in California?
Garey High is 1172nd of 1,343 and South Hills High is 466th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).