Poway High vs Rancho Verde High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 97 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Poway High
Poway · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,101 students
Rancho Verde High
Moreno Valley · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,101 students
| Measure | Poway High Poway, California | Rancho Verde High Moreno Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 25% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #153 of 1,343 | #855 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #4205 of 16,910 | #13416 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,101 | 2,101 |
| Enrollment | 2,101 | 2,101 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.8% | 82.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 24% |
| city | Poway | Moreno Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poway High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.4 vs 29.7).
- •Poway High does better on math proficiency (55% vs 24%).
- •Poway High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Poway High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 82.1%).
- •Poway High does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 22.4).
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 Poway High better than Rancho Verde High?
On the Success Index (US), Poway High ranks higher (66.4 vs 29.7 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 Poway High and Rancho Verde High?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Poway and Moreno Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Poway High: 2,101. Rancho Verde High: 2,101. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Poway High and Rancho Verde High rank in California?
Poway High is 153rd of 1,343 and Rancho Verde High is 855th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).