Herbert Hoover High vs University High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Herbert Hoover High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,040 students
University High
Fresno · Charter high · Grades 9–12
498 students
| Measure | Herbert Hoover High Fresno, California | University High Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #960 of 1,343 | #17 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14237 of 16,910 | #1116 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,040 | 498 |
| Enrollment | 2,040 | 498 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.5% | 21.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 97.5% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 87% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.1 vs 25.7).
- •University High does better on math proficiency (87% vs 12%).
- •University High does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 53%).
- •University High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.3% vs 83.5%).
- •Herbert Hoover High does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 24.9).
- •Herbert Hoover High is the larger school with 2,040 students compared with 498.
- •Herbert Hoover High is a public school while University High 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 Herbert Hoover High better than University High?
On the Success Index (US), University High ranks higher (81.1 vs 25.7 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 Herbert Hoover High and University High?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Herbert Hoover High: 2,040. University High: 498. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Herbert Hoover High and University High rank in California?
Herbert Hoover High is 960th of 1,343 and University High is 17th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).