Abram Agnew Elementary vs Pearl Zanker Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abram Agnew Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
505 students
Pearl Zanker Elementary
Milpitas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
563 students
| Measure | Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, California | Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1477 of 5,693 | #957 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #19561 of 50,301 | #13033 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 505 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 505 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25% | 35.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 69% |
| Math proficiency | – | 65% |
| city | San Jose | Milpitas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pearl Zanker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.6 vs 58.0).
- •Abram Agnew Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25% vs 35.9%).
- •Abram Agnew Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 24.5).
- •Pearl Zanker Elementary is the larger school with 563 students compared with 505.
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 Abram Agnew Elementary better than Pearl Zanker Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pearl Zanker Elementary ranks higher (67.6 vs 58.0 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 Abram Agnew Elementary and Pearl Zanker Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Milpitas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abram Agnew Elementary: 505. Pearl Zanker Elementary: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abram Agnew Elementary and Pearl Zanker Elementary rank in California?
Abram Agnew Elementary is 1477th of 5,693 and Pearl Zanker Elementary is 957th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).