Abraham Lincoln High vs Sherman Oaks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.1 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
Sherman Oaks Elementary
San Jose · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
524 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln High San Jose, California | Sherman Oaks Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #669 of 1,343 | #3170 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11877 of 16,910 | #37378 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,590 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 1,590 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.2% | 59% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 35% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Abraham Lincoln High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.3 vs 31.8).
- •Sherman Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 30%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 39%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.2% vs 59%).
- •Abraham Lincoln High does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 23.8).
- •Abraham Lincoln High is the larger school with 1,590 students compared with 524.
- •Abraham Lincoln High is a public school while Sherman Oaks Elementary 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 Abraham Lincoln High better than Sherman Oaks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Abraham Lincoln High ranks higher (36.3 vs 31.8 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 Sherman Oaks Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln High: 1,590. Sherman Oaks Elementary: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln High and Sherman Oaks Elementary rank in California?
Abraham Lincoln High is 669th of 1,343 and Sherman Oaks Elementary is 3170th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).