Abraham Lincoln High vs Del Mar High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abraham Lincoln High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,590 students
Del Mar High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,350 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln High San Jose, California | Del Mar High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #669 of 1,343 | #629 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11877 of 16,910 | #11472 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,590 | 1,350 |
| Enrollment | 1,590 | 1,350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.2% | 69.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 27% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Del Mar High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.9 vs 36.3).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on math proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Del Mar High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 49%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.2% vs 69.6%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 20.8).
- •Abraham Lincoln High is the larger school with 1,590 students compared with 1,350.
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 Abraham Lincoln High better than Del Mar High?
On the Success Index (US), Del Mar High ranks higher (37.9 vs 36.3 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 Abraham Lincoln High and Del Mar High?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln High: 1,590. Del Mar High: 1,350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln High and Del Mar High rank in California?
Abraham Lincoln High is 669th of 1,343 and Del Mar High is 629th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).