Mission High vs Pomona High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 587 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mission High
San Francisco · Public high · Grades 9–12
993 students
Pomona High
Pomona · Public high · Grades 9–12
993 students
| Measure | Mission High San Francisco, California | Pomona High Pomona, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1102 of 1,343 | #1083 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15189 of 16,910 | #15097 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 993 | 993 |
| Enrollment | 993 | 993 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 93.7% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 17% |
| city | San Francisco | Pomona |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.5 vs 21.1).
- •Pomona High does better on math proficiency (17% vs 7.5%).
- •Pomona High does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 30%).
- •Mission High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 93.7%).
- •Mission High does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 18.1).
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 Mission High better than Pomona High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Mission High and Pomona High?
About 587 km in a straight line, between San Francisco and Pomona in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mission High: 993. Pomona High: 993. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mission High and Pomona High rank in California?
Mission High is 1102nd of 1,343 and Pomona High is 1083rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).