John H. Francis Polytechnic vs Porterville High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 212 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John H. Francis Polytechnic
Sun Valley · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,124 students
Porterville High
Porterville · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,125 students
| Measure | John H. Francis Polytechnic Sun Valley, California | Porterville High Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #814 of 1,343 | #827 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13163 of 16,910 | #13231 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,124 | 2,125 |
| Enrollment | 2,124 | 2,125 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.5% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| city | Sun Valley | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.8 vs 30.5).
- •John H. Francis Polytechnic does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Porterville High does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 54%).
- •Porterville High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.6% vs 93.5%).
- •John H. Francis Polytechnic does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 25.0).
- •Porterville High is the larger school with 2,125 students compared with 2,124.
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 H. Francis Polytechnic better than Porterville High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John H. Francis Polytechnic and Porterville High?
About 212 km in a straight line, between Sun Valley and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John H. Francis Polytechnic: 2,124. Porterville High: 2,125. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John H. Francis Polytechnic and Porterville High rank in California?
John H. Francis Polytechnic is 814th of 1,343 and Porterville High is 827th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).