Maidu Virtual Charter Academy vs Placer High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 146 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maidu Virtual Charter Academy
Auburn · Charter high · Grades 9–12
114 students
Placer High
Auburn · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,265 students
| Measure | Maidu Virtual Charter Academy Auburn, California | Placer High Auburn, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #311 of 1,343 | #279 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #7041 of 16,910 | #6553 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 114 | 1,265 |
| Enrollment | 114 | 1,265 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.9% | 29.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 67% |
| Math proficiency | – | 38% |
| city | Auburn | Auburn |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Placer High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 55.0).
- •Placer High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.9% vs 43.9%).
- •Maidu Virtual Charter Academy does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 22.6).
- •Placer High is the larger school with 1,265 students compared with 114.
- •Maidu Virtual Charter Academy is a charter school while Placer High is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Maidu Virtual Charter Academy better than Placer High?
On the Success Index (US), Placer High ranks higher (57.1 vs 55.0 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 Maidu Virtual Charter Academy and Placer High?
About 146 m in a straight line, between Auburn and Auburn in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maidu Virtual Charter Academy: 114. Placer High: 1,265. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maidu Virtual Charter Academy and Placer High rank in California?
Maidu Virtual Charter Academy is 311th of 1,343 and Placer High is 279th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).