La Canada High vs South East High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 28 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Canada High
La Canada · Public high · Grades 7–12
1,989 students
South East High
South Gate · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,990 students
| Measure | La Canada High La Canada, California | South East High South Gate, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #14 of 1,343 | #721 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #1039 of 16,910 | #12361 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,989 | 1,990 |
| Enrollment | 1,989 | 1,990 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.7% | 92.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 27% |
| city | La Canada | South Gate |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Canada High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.6 vs 34.3).
- •La Canada High does better on math proficiency (82% vs 27%).
- •La Canada High does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 66%).
- •La Canada High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.7% vs 92.1%).
- •South East High does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 23.1).
- •South East High is the larger school with 1,990 students compared with 1,989.
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 La Canada High better than South East High?
On the Success Index (US), La Canada High ranks higher (81.6 vs 34.3 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 La Canada High and South East High?
About 28 km in a straight line, between La Canada and South Gate in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Canada High: 1,989. South East High: 1,990. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Canada High and South East High rank in California?
La Canada High is 14th of 1,343 and South East High is 721st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).