La Quinta High vs Sarah McGarvin Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Quinta High
Westminster · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,041 students
Sarah McGarvin Intermediate
Westminster · Public middle · Grades 7–8
717 students
| Measure | La Quinta High Westminster, California | Sarah McGarvin Intermediate Westminster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 1,343 | #276 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #6110 of 16,910 | #4871 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,041 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 2,041 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.2% | 72.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 26.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 71% |
| city | Westminster | Westminster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sarah McGarvin Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 58.8).
- •La Quinta High does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 80%).
- •Sarah McGarvin Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.7% vs 76.2%).
- •La Quinta High does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 26.6).
- •La Quinta High is the larger school with 2,041 students compared with 717.
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 Quinta High better than Sarah McGarvin Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Sarah McGarvin Intermediate ranks higher (62.8 vs 58.8 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 Quinta High and Sarah McGarvin Intermediate?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Westminster and Westminster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Quinta High: 2,041. Sarah McGarvin Intermediate: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Quinta High and Sarah McGarvin Intermediate rank in California?
La Quinta High is 259th of 1,343 and Sarah McGarvin Intermediate is 276th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).