Hanford West High vs Sierra Pacific High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.6 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
Sierra Pacific High
Hanford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,183 students
| Measure | Hanford West High Hanford, California | Sierra Pacific High Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #910 of 1,343 | #610 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13844 of 16,910 | #11252 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,331 | 1,183 |
| Enrollment | 1,331 | 1,183 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.6% | 58.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 27% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Pacific High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.8 vs 27.6).
- •Sierra Pacific High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 17%).
- •Sierra Pacific High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 55%).
- •Sierra Pacific High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.8% vs 77.6%).
- •Hanford West High does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 26.3).
- •Hanford West High is the larger school with 1,331 students compared with 1,183.
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 Sierra Pacific High?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Pacific High ranks higher (38.8 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 Sierra Pacific High?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hanford West High: 1,331. Sierra Pacific High: 1,183. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hanford West High and Sierra Pacific High rank in California?
Hanford West High is 910th of 1,343 and Sierra Pacific High is 610th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).