John C. Kimball High vs Merrill F. West High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John C. Kimball High
Tracy · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,587 students
Merrill F. West High
Tracy · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,920 students
| Measure | John C. Kimball High Tracy, California | Merrill F. West High Tracy, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #447 of 1,343 | #602 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #9032 of 16,910 | #11193 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,587 | 1,920 |
| Enrollment | 1,587 | 1,920 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.7% | 75.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 32% |
| city | Tracy | Tracy |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John C. Kimball High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.6 vs 39.0).
- •John C. Kimball High does better on math proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •John C. Kimball High does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 64%).
- •John C. Kimball High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.7% vs 75.8%).
- •Merrill F. West High does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 23.7).
- •Merrill F. West High is the larger school with 1,920 students compared with 1,587.
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 John C. Kimball High better than Merrill F. West High?
On the Success Index (US), John C. Kimball High ranks higher (47.6 vs 39.0 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 John C. Kimball High and Merrill F. West High?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Tracy and Tracy in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John C. Kimball High: 1,587. Merrill F. West High: 1,920. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John C. Kimball High and Merrill F. West High rank in California?
John C. Kimball High is 447th of 1,343 and Merrill F. West High is 602nd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).