Marshall Fundamental vs Pasadena High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshall Fundamental
Pasadena · Public high · Grades 6–12
1,689 students
Pasadena High
Pasadena · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,303 students
| Measure | Marshall Fundamental Pasadena, California | Pasadena High Pasadena, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #566 of 1,343 | #712 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #10774 of 16,910 | #12285 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,689 | 1,303 |
| Enrollment | 1,689 | 1,303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 67.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 26% |
| city | Pasadena | Pasadena |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marshall Fundamental scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.8 vs 34.6).
- •Marshall Fundamental does better on math proficiency (39% vs 26%).
- •Pasadena High does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Pasadena High does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 21.7).
- •Marshall Fundamental is the larger school with 1,689 students compared with 1,303.
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 Marshall Fundamental better than Pasadena High?
On the Success Index (US), Marshall Fundamental ranks higher (40.8 vs 34.6 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 Marshall Fundamental and Pasadena High?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Pasadena and Pasadena in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall Fundamental: 1,689. Pasadena High: 1,303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall Fundamental and Pasadena High rank in California?
Marshall Fundamental is 566th of 1,343 and Pasadena High is 712th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).