Marco Antonio Firebaugh High vs Pacifica High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 22 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High
Lynwood · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,633 students
Pacifica High
Garden Grove · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,634 students
| Measure | Marco Antonio Firebaugh High Lynwood, California | Pacifica High Garden Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1278 of 1,343 | #218 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #16320 of 16,910 | #5346 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,633 | 1,634 |
| Enrollment | 1,633 | 1,634 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.8% | 51.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 13% | 63% |
| city | Lynwood | Garden Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pacifica High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.8 vs 13.2).
- •Pacifica High does better on math proficiency (63% vs 13%).
- •Pacifica High does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 35%).
- •Pacifica High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.2% vs 94.8%).
- •Pacifica High does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 24.4).
- •Pacifica High is the larger school with 1,634 students compared with 1,633.
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 Marco Antonio Firebaugh High better than Pacifica High?
On the Success Index (US), Pacifica High ranks higher (61.8 vs 13.2 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 Marco Antonio Firebaugh High and Pacifica High?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Lynwood and Garden Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High: 1,633. Pacifica High: 1,634. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marco Antonio Firebaugh High and Pacifica High rank in California?
Marco Antonio Firebaugh High is 1278th of 1,343 and Pacifica High is 218th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).