Gustine High vs Orestimba High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 7.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gustine High
Gustine · Public high · Grades 9–12
531 students
Orestimba High
Newman · Public high · Grades 9–12
925 students
| Measure | Gustine High Gustine, California | Orestimba High Newman, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #886 of 1,343 | #804 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13679 of 16,910 | #13097 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 531 | 925 |
| Enrollment | 531 | 925 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.5% | 60.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 22% |
| city | Gustine | Newman |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orestimba High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 28.4).
- •Gustine High does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Orestimba High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.9% vs 79.5%).
- •Gustine High does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 20.6).
- •Orestimba High is the larger school with 925 students compared with 531.
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 Gustine High better than Orestimba High?
On the Success Index (US), Orestimba High ranks higher (31.1 vs 28.4 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 Gustine High and Orestimba High?
About 7.3 km in a straight line, between Gustine and Newman in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gustine High: 531. Orestimba High: 925. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gustine High and Orestimba High rank in California?
Gustine High is 886th of 1,343 and Orestimba High is 804th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).