John H. Francis Polytechnic vs Richard E. Byrd Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 364 m 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
Richard E. Byrd Middle
Sun Valley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
933 students
| Measure | John H. Francis Polytechnic Sun Valley, California | Richard E. Byrd Middle Sun Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #814 of 1,343 | #1055 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13163 of 16,910 | #14274 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,124 | 933 |
| Enrollment | 2,124 | 933 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.5% | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| city | Sun Valley | Sun Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John H. Francis Polytechnic scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.8 vs 17.0).
- •John H. Francis Polytechnic does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •John H. Francis Polytechnic does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 33%).
- •Richard E. Byrd Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.1% vs 93.5%).
- •John H. Francis Polytechnic does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 20.3).
- •John H. Francis Polytechnic is the larger school with 2,124 students compared with 933.
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 Richard E. Byrd Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John H. Francis Polytechnic ranks higher (30.8 vs 17.0 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 H. Francis Polytechnic and Richard E. Byrd Middle?
About 364 m in a straight line, between Sun Valley and Sun Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John H. Francis Polytechnic: 2,124. Richard E. Byrd Middle: 933. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John H. Francis Polytechnic and Richard E. Byrd Middle rank in California?
John H. Francis Polytechnic is 814th of 1,343 and Richard E. Byrd Middle is 1055th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).