Montgomery Senior High vs South Hills High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 181 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Montgomery Senior High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,568 students
South Hills High
West Covina · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,568 students
| Measure | Montgomery Senior High San Diego, California | South Hills High West Covina, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #749 of 1,343 | #466 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #12604 of 16,910 | #9461 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,568 | 1,568 |
| Enrollment | 1,568 | 1,568 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 62.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 36% |
| city | San Diego | West Covina |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Hills High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.0 vs 33.2).
- •South Hills High does better on math proficiency (36% vs 24%).
- •South Hills High does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 64%).
- •South Hills High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.3% vs 80.7%).
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 Montgomery Senior High better than South Hills High?
On the Success Index (US), South Hills High ranks higher (46.0 vs 33.2 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 Montgomery Senior High and South Hills High?
About 181 km in a straight line, between San Diego and West Covina in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Montgomery Senior High: 1,568. South Hills High: 1,568. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Montgomery Senior High and South Hills High rank in California?
Montgomery Senior High is 749th of 1,343 and South Hills High is 466th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).