Sanger West High vs Sunnyside High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sanger West High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,438 students
Sunnyside High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,858 students
| Measure | Sanger West High Fresno, California | Sunnyside High Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1065 of 1,343 | #996 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14950 of 16,910 | #14452 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,438 | 2,858 |
| Enrollment | 1,438 | 2,858 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.6% | 87.2% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 53% |
| Math proficiency | – | 16% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunnyside High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.7 vs 22.0).
- •Sanger West High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.6% vs 87.2%).
- •Sunnyside High does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 25.7).
- •Sunnyside High is the larger school with 2,858 students compared with 1,438.
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 Sanger West High better than Sunnyside High?
On the Success Index (US), Sunnyside High ranks higher (24.7 vs 22.0 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 Sanger West High and Sunnyside High?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sanger West High: 1,438. Sunnyside High: 2,858. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sanger West High and Sunnyside High rank in California?
Sanger West High is 1065th of 1,343 and Sunnyside High is 996th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).