Leuzinger High vs Prairie Vista Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 753 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Leuzinger High
Lawndale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,981 students
Prairie Vista Middle
Hawthorne · Public middle · Grades 6–8
674 students
| Measure | Leuzinger High Lawndale, California | Prairie Vista Middle Hawthorne, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1058 of 1,343 | #831 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14892 of 16,910 | #12841 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,981 | 674 |
| Enrollment | 1,981 | 674 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.2% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 25.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 29% |
| city | Lawndale | Hawthorne |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Prairie Vista Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.1 vs 22.3).
- •Prairie Vista Middle does better on math proficiency (29% vs 19%).
- •Prairie Vista Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Leuzinger High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.2% vs 94.2%).
- •Leuzinger High does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 25.9).
- •Leuzinger High is the larger school with 1,981 students compared with 674.
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 Leuzinger High better than Prairie Vista Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Prairie Vista Middle ranks higher (25.1 vs 22.3 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 Leuzinger High and Prairie Vista Middle?
About 753 m in a straight line, between Lawndale and Hawthorne in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Leuzinger High: 1,981. Prairie Vista Middle: 674. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Leuzinger High and Prairie Vista Middle rank in California?
Leuzinger High is 1058th of 1,343 and Prairie Vista Middle is 831st of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).