John H. Francis Polytechnic vs Schurr High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John H. Francis Polytechnic
Sun Valley ยท Public high ยท Grades 9โ12
2,124 students
Schurr High
Montebello ยท Public high ยท Grades 9โ12
2,121 students
| Measure | John H. Francis Polytechnic Sun Valley, California | Schurr High Montebello, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #814 of 1,343 | #816 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13163 of 16,910 | #13175 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9โ12 | Grades 9โ12 |
| Students | 2,124 | 2,121 |
| Enrollment | 2,124 | 2,121 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.5% | 84.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| city | Sun Valley | Montebello |
| state | California | California |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขBoth schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.8 vs 30.8).
- โขJohn H. Francis Polytechnic does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- โขSchurr High does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 54%).
- โขSchurr High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.1% vs 93.5%).
- โขJohn H. Francis Polytechnic does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 20.0).
- โขJohn H. Francis Polytechnic is the larger school with 2,124 students compared with 2,121.
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 Schurr 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 Schurr High?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Sun Valley and Montebello in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John H. Francis Polytechnic: 2,124. Schurr High: 2,121. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John H. Francis Polytechnic and Schurr High rank in California?
John H. Francis Polytechnic is 814th of 1,343 and Schurr High is 816th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).