Grossmont High vs Sparrow Academy
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.
Grossmont High
La Mesa · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,172 students
Sparrow Academy
La Mesa · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
156 students
| Measure | Grossmont High La Mesa, California | Sparrow Academy La Mesa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #511 of 1,343 | #2022 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10147 of 16,910 | #26630 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,172 | 156 |
| Enrollment | 2,172 | 156 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | La Mesa | La Mesa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sparrow Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.8 vs 43.2).
- •Grossmont High does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 52%).
- •Sparrow Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34% vs 64%).
- •Sparrow Academy does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 24.4).
- •Grossmont High is the larger school with 2,172 students compared with 156.
- •Grossmont High is a public school while Sparrow Academy 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 Grossmont High better than Sparrow Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Sparrow Academy ranks higher (47.8 vs 43.2 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 Grossmont High and Sparrow Academy?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between La Mesa and La Mesa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grossmont High: 2,172. Sparrow Academy: 156. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grossmont High and Sparrow Academy rank in California?
Grossmont High is 511th of 1,343 and Sparrow Academy is 2022nd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).