Inderkum High vs Thomas Downey High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 121 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Inderkum High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,194 students
Thomas Downey High
Modesto · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,192 students
| Measure | Inderkum High Sacramento, California | Thomas Downey High Modesto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #579 of 1,343 | #968 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #10892 of 16,910 | #14269 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,194 | 2,192 |
| Enrollment | 2,194 | 2,192 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 20% |
| city | Sacramento | Modesto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Inderkum High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 25.6).
- •Inderkum High does better on math proficiency (32% vs 20%).
- •Inderkum High does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 51%).
- •Inderkum High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 76%).
- •Thomas Downey High does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 24.7).
- •Inderkum High is the larger school with 2,194 students compared with 2,192.
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 Inderkum High better than Thomas Downey High?
On the Success Index (US), Inderkum High ranks higher (40.3 vs 25.6 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 Inderkum High and Thomas Downey High?
About 121 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Modesto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Inderkum High: 2,194. Thomas Downey High: 2,192. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Inderkum High and Thomas Downey High rank in California?
Inderkum High is 579th of 1,343 and Thomas Downey High is 968th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).