Hanford West High vs Kings Valley Academy II
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hanford West High
Hanford ยท Public high ยท Grades 9โ12
1,331 students
Kings Valley Academy II
Hanford ยท Charter other ยท Grades Kโ12
1,090 students
| Measure | Hanford West High Hanford, California | Kings Valley Academy II Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | โ Not rated |
| State rank | #910 of 1,343 | โ |
| National rank | #13844 of 16,910 | โ |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Other |
| Year range | Grades 9โ12 | Grades Kโ12 |
| Students | 1,331 | 1,090 |
| Enrollment | 1,331 | 1,090 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 91.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 34.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 0.5% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขHanford West High does better on math proficiency (17% vs 0.5%).
- โขHanford West High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 21%).
- โขHanford West High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.6% vs 91.3%).
- โขHanford West High does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 34.1).
- โขHanford West High is the larger school with 1,331 students compared with 1,090.
- โขHanford West High is a public school while Kings Valley Academy II 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 Hanford West High better than Kings Valley Academy II?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hanford West High and Kings Valley Academy II?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanford West High: 1,331. Kings Valley Academy II: 1,090. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanford West High and Kings Valley Academy II rank in California?
Hanford West High is 910th of 1,343 and Kings Valley Academy II is unranked among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).