Golden Sierra Junior Senior High vs LIFE Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 168 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Sierra Junior Senior High
Garden Valley · Public high · Grades 7–12
436 students
LIFE Academy
Oakland · Public high · Grades 6–12
436 students
| Measure | Golden Sierra Junior Senior High Garden Valley, California | LIFE Academy Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #578 of 1,343 | #1200 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #10890 of 16,910 | #15782 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 436 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.9% | 98.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 13% |
| city | Garden Valley | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Sierra Junior Senior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 16.9).
- •Golden Sierra Junior Senior High does better on math proficiency (26% vs 13%).
- •Golden Sierra Junior Senior High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 28%).
- •Golden Sierra Junior Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.9% vs 98.2%).
- •LIFE Academy does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 15.6).
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 Golden Sierra Junior Senior High better than LIFE Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Sierra Junior Senior High ranks higher (40.3 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 Golden Sierra Junior Senior High and LIFE Academy?
About 168 km in a straight line, between Garden Valley and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Sierra Junior Senior High: 436. LIFE Academy: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Sierra Junior Senior High and LIFE Academy rank in California?
Golden Sierra Junior Senior High is 578th of 1,343 and LIFE Academy is 1200th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).