Hanford West High vs Joseph M. Simas
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanford West High
Hanford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,331 students
Joseph M. Simas
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
514 students
| Measure | Hanford West High Hanford, California | Joseph M. Simas Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #910 of 1,343 | #1750 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13844 of 16,910 | #23110 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,331 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 1,331 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 61.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 56% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph M. Simas scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 27.6).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on math proficiency (56% vs 17%).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 55%).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.3% vs 77.6%).
- •Hanford West High does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 23.4).
- •Hanford West High is the larger school with 1,331 students compared with 514.
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 Hanford West High better than Joseph M. Simas?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph M. Simas ranks higher (52.9 vs 27.6 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 Hanford West High and Joseph M. Simas?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanford West High: 1,331. Joseph M. Simas: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanford West High and Joseph M. Simas rank in California?
Hanford West High is 910th of 1,343 and Joseph M. Simas is 1750th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).