Lynwood High vs West Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 113 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
West Valley High
Hemet · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,857 students
| Measure | Lynwood High Lynwood, California | West Valley High Hemet, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1196 of 1,343 | #1021 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15733 of 16,910 | #14604 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,858 | 1,857 |
| Enrollment | 1,858 | 1,857 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 90.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 20% |
| city | Lynwood | Hemet |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Valley High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.9 vs 17.2).
- •West Valley High does better on math proficiency (20% vs 12%).
- •West Valley High does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 45%).
- •West Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.1% vs 96.3%).
- •West Valley High does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.7).
- •Lynwood High is the larger school with 1,858 students compared with 1,857.
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 West Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), West Valley High ranks higher (23.9 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 West Valley High?
About 113 km in a straight line, between Lynwood and Hemet in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lynwood High: 1,858. West Valley High: 1,857. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lynwood High and West Valley High rank in California?
Lynwood High is 1196th of 1,343 and West Valley High is 1021st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).