International School for Science and Culture vs Newport Harbor High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
International School for Science and Culture
Costa Mesa · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
97 students
Newport Harbor High
Newport Beach · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,084 students
| Measure | International School for Science and Culture Costa Mesa, California | Newport Harbor High Newport Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1425 of 5,693 | #349 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #18921 of 50,301 | #7699 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 97 | 2,084 |
| Enrollment | 97 | 2,084 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.2% | 42.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 66% |
| Math proficiency | – | 41% |
| city | Costa Mesa | Newport Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •International School for Science and Culture scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.9 vs 52.6).
- •International School for Science and Culture does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 42.7%).
- •International School for Science and Culture does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 22.7).
- •Newport Harbor High is the larger school with 2,084 students compared with 97.
- •International School for Science and Culture is a charter school while Newport Harbor High is a public 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 International School for Science and Culture better than Newport Harbor High?
On the Success Index (US), International School for Science and Culture ranks higher (58.9 vs 52.6 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 International School for Science and Culture and Newport Harbor High?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Costa Mesa and Newport Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
International School for Science and Culture: 97. Newport Harbor High: 2,084. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do International School for Science and Culture and Newport Harbor High rank in California?
International School for Science and Culture is 1425th of 5,693 and Newport Harbor High is 349th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).