Luther Burbank High vs Nogales High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 593 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Luther Burbank High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,535 students
Nogales High
La Puente · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,535 students
| Measure | Luther Burbank High Sacramento, California | Nogales High La Puente, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1068 of 1,343 | #881 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14963 of 16,910 | #13643 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,535 | 1,535 |
| Enrollment | 1,535 | 1,535 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.1% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 20% |
| city | Sacramento | La Puente |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nogales High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 21.9).
- •Nogales High does better on math proficiency (20% vs 14%).
- •Nogales High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 41%).
- •Luther Burbank High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.1% vs 82.8%).
- •Luther Burbank High does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 19.7).
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 Luther Burbank High better than Nogales High?
On the Success Index (US), Nogales High ranks higher (28.6 vs 21.9 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 Luther Burbank High and Nogales High?
About 593 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and La Puente in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Luther Burbank High: 1,535. Nogales High: 1,535. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Luther Burbank High and Nogales High rank in California?
Luther Burbank High is 1068th of 1,343 and Nogales High is 881st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).