Manuel Dominguez High vs Whaley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manuel Dominguez High
Compton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,582 students
Whaley Middle
Compton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
429 students
| Measure | Manuel Dominguez High Compton, California | Whaley Middle Compton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1256 of 1,343 | #1037 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #16127 of 16,910 | #14173 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,582 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 1,582 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.5% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 29% |
| city | Compton | Compton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Whaley Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.6 vs 14.5).
- •Whaley Middle does better on math proficiency (29% vs 9%).
- •Manuel Dominguez High does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 33%).
- •Manuel Dominguez High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.5% vs 92.8%).
- •Manuel Dominguez High does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 25.2).
- •Manuel Dominguez High is the larger school with 1,582 students compared with 429.
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 Manuel Dominguez High better than Whaley Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Whaley Middle ranks higher (17.6 vs 14.5 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 Manuel Dominguez High and Whaley Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Compton and Compton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manuel Dominguez High: 1,582. Whaley Middle: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manuel Dominguez High and Whaley Middle rank in California?
Manuel Dominguez High is 1256th of 1,343 and Whaley Middle is 1037th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).