Golden West High vs La Sierra High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden West High
Visalia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,059 students
La Sierra High
Visalia · Charter high · Grades 7–12
191 students
| Measure | Golden West High Visalia, California | La Sierra High Visalia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #707 of 1,343 | #1228 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #12213 of 16,910 | #15943 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 2,059 | 191 |
| Enrollment | 2,059 | 191 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.7% | 62.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 2.5% |
| city | Visalia | Visalia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden West High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.9 vs 15.9).
- •Golden West High does better on math proficiency (23% vs 2.5%).
- •Golden West High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 12%).
- •La Sierra High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.8% vs 70.7%).
- •La Sierra High does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 21.7).
- •Golden West High is the larger school with 2,059 students compared with 191.
- •Golden West High is a public school while La Sierra High 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 Golden West High better than La Sierra High?
On the Success Index (US), Golden West High ranks higher (34.9 vs 15.9 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 West High and La Sierra High?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Visalia and Visalia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden West High: 2,059. La Sierra High: 191. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden West High and La Sierra High rank in California?
Golden West High is 707th of 1,343 and La Sierra High is 1228th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).