Irvington High vs Menlo-Atherton High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Irvington High
Fremont · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,157 students
Menlo-Atherton High
Atherton · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,158 students
| Measure | Irvington High Fremont, California | Menlo-Atherton High Atherton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #87 of 1,343 | #139 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #2737 of 16,910 | #3819 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,157 | 2,158 |
| Enrollment | 2,157 | 2,158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.7% | 33% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 55% |
| city | Fremont | Atherton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irvington High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.3 vs 68.0).
- •Irvington High does better on math proficiency (73% vs 55%).
- •Irvington High does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 73%).
- •Irvington High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.7% vs 33%).
- •Menlo-Atherton High does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 25.4).
- •Menlo-Atherton High is the larger school with 2,158 students compared with 2,157.
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 Irvington High better than Menlo-Atherton High?
On the Success Index (US), Irvington High ranks higher (72.3 vs 68.0 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 Irvington High and Menlo-Atherton High?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Fremont and Atherton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Irvington High: 2,157. Menlo-Atherton High: 2,158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Irvington High and Menlo-Atherton High rank in California?
Irvington High is 87th of 1,343 and Menlo-Atherton High is 139th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).