Hanford West High vs San Rafael High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 312 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
San Rafael High
San Rafael · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,332 students
| Measure | Hanford West High Hanford, California | San Rafael High San Rafael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #910 of 1,343 | #831 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13844 of 16,910 | #13259 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,331 | 1,332 |
| Enrollment | 1,331 | 1,332 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 72.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 29% |
| city | Hanford | San Rafael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Rafael High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.4 vs 27.6).
- •San Rafael High does better on math proficiency (29% vs 17%).
- •Hanford West High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 46%).
- •San Rafael High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.2% vs 77.6%).
- •San Rafael High does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 21.8).
- •San Rafael High is the larger school with 1,332 students compared with 1,331.
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 San Rafael High?
On the Success Index (US), San Rafael High ranks higher (30.4 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 San Rafael High?
About 312 km in a straight line, between Hanford and San Rafael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanford West High: 1,331. San Rafael High: 1,332. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanford West High and San Rafael High rank in California?
Hanford West High is 910th of 1,343 and San Rafael High is 831st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).