Valley High vs Vista Meridian Global Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Valley High
Santa Ana · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,908 students
Vista Meridian Global Academy
Santa Ana · Charter high · Grades 9–12
260 students
| Measure | Valley High Santa Ana, California | Vista Meridian Global Academy Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1244 of 1,343 | #1339 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #16074 of 16,910 | #16775 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,908 | 260 |
| Enrollment | 1,908 | 260 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 99.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 26.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 14% | – |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.9 vs 7.1).
- •Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 99.2%).
- •Valley High does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 26.0).
- •Valley High is the larger school with 1,908 students compared with 260.
- •Valley High is a public school while Vista Meridian Global Academy is a charter 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 Valley High better than Vista Meridian Global Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Valley High ranks higher (14.9 vs 7.1 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 Valley High and Vista Meridian Global Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Valley High: 1,908. Vista Meridian Global Academy: 260. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Valley High and Vista Meridian Global Academy rank in California?
Valley High is 1244th of 1,343 and Vista Meridian Global Academy is 1339th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).