Preuss School UCSD vs University City High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Preuss School UCSD
La Jolla · Charter high · Grades 6–12
825 students
University City High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,465 students
| Measure | Preuss School UCSD La Jolla, California | University City High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #392 of 1,343 | #280 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #8369 of 16,910 | #6555 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 825 | 1,465 |
| Enrollment | 825 | 1,465 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.8% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 46% |
| city | La Jolla | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University City High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 50.1).
- •Preuss School UCSD does better on math proficiency (55% vs 46%).
- •University City High does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 71%).
- •University City High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 90.8%).
- •Preuss School UCSD does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 25.3).
- •University City High is the larger school with 1,465 students compared with 825.
- •Preuss School UCSD is a charter school while University City High is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Preuss School UCSD better than University City High?
On the Success Index (US), University City High ranks higher (57.1 vs 50.1 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 Preuss School UCSD and University City High?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between La Jolla and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Preuss School UCSD: 825. University City High: 1,465. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Preuss School UCSD and University City High rank in California?
Preuss School UCSD is 392nd of 1,343 and University City High is 280th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).