McLane High vs Scandinavian Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McLane High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,056 students
Scandinavian Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
836 students
| Measure | McLane High Fresno, California | Scandinavian Middle Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1257 of 1,343 | #1198 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #16129 of 16,910 | #14833 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,056 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 2,056 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 17% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McLane High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.5 vs 12.8).
- •Scandinavian Middle does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •McLane High does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 31%).
- •McLane High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.3% vs 95.2%).
- •McLane High does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 20.4).
- •McLane High is the larger school with 2,056 students compared with 836.
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 McLane High better than Scandinavian Middle?
On the Success Index (US), McLane High ranks higher (14.5 vs 12.8 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 McLane High and Scandinavian Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McLane High: 2,056. Scandinavian Middle: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McLane High and Scandinavian Middle rank in California?
McLane High is 1257th of 1,343 and Scandinavian Middle is 1198th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).