La Quinta High vs Whitney High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 641 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
Whitney High
Rocklin · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,041 students
| Measure | La Quinta High Westminster, California | Whitney High Rocklin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #259 of 1,343 | #131 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #6110 of 16,910 | #3638 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,041 | 2,041 |
| Enrollment | 2,041 | 2,041 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.2% | 20.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 51% |
| city | Westminster | Rocklin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whitney High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.7 vs 58.8).
- •La Quinta High does better on math proficiency (71% vs 51%).
- •La Quinta High does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 77%).
- •Whitney High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.9% vs 76.2%).
- •Whitney High does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 23.5).
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 Whitney High?
On the Success Index (US), Whitney High ranks higher (68.7 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 Whitney High?
About 641 km in a straight line, between Westminster and Rocklin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Quinta High: 2,041. Whitney High: 2,041. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Quinta High and Whitney High rank in California?
La Quinta High is 259th of 1,343 and Whitney High is 131st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).