Abraham Lincoln High vs Herbert Hoover High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 482 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
Herbert Hoover High
Glendale · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,590 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln High San Jose, California | Herbert Hoover High Glendale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #669 of 1,343 | #621 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11877 of 16,910 | #11372 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,590 | 1,590 |
| Enrollment | 1,590 | 1,590 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.2% | 54.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 33% |
| city | San Jose | Glendale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Herbert Hoover High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.3 vs 36.3).
- •Herbert Hoover High does better on math proficiency (33% vs 30%).
- •Herbert Hoover High does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 49%).
- •Herbert Hoover High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 56.2%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on students per teacher (19.9 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 Abraham Lincoln High better than Herbert Hoover High?
On the Success Index (US), Herbert Hoover High ranks higher (38.3 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 Herbert Hoover High?
About 482 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Glendale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln High: 1,590. Herbert Hoover High: 1,590. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln High and Herbert Hoover High rank in California?
Abraham Lincoln High is 669th of 1,343 and Herbert Hoover High is 621st of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).