Lynwood High vs Madera South High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 376 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lynwood High
Lynwood · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,858 students
Madera South High
Madera · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,859 students
| Measure | Lynwood High Lynwood, California | Madera South High Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1196 of 1,343 | #1092 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15733 of 16,910 | #15131 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,858 | 1,859 |
| Enrollment | 1,858 | 1,859 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 12% |
| city | Lynwood | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madera South High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.9 vs 17.2).
- •Madera South High does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 45%).
- •Madera South High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.2% vs 96.3%).
- •Madera South High does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 22.7).
- •Madera South High is the larger school with 1,859 students compared with 1,858.
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 Lynwood High better than Madera South High?
On the Success Index (US), Madera South High ranks higher (20.9 vs 17.2 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 Lynwood High and Madera South High?
About 376 km in a straight line, between Lynwood and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lynwood High: 1,858. Madera South High: 1,859. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lynwood High and Madera South High rank in California?
Lynwood High is 1196th of 1,343 and Madera South High is 1092nd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).