ACE Esperanza Middle vs Bridges Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 150 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
ACE Esperanza Middle
San Jose · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
205 students
Bridges Academy
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 7–8
274 students
| Measure | ACE Esperanza Middle San Jose, California | Bridges Academy San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1011 of 1,334 | #1012 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14028 of 15,369 | #14029 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 205 | 274 |
| Enrollment | 205 | 274 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.8% | 89.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 21% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.4 vs 18.4).
- •ACE Esperanza Middle does better on math proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •Bridges Academy does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 28%).
- •ACE Esperanza Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.8% vs 89.4%).
- •Bridges Academy does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 22.8).
- •Bridges Academy is the larger school with 274 students compared with 205.
- •ACE Esperanza Middle is a charter school while Bridges Academy is a public 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 ACE Esperanza Middle better than Bridges Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are ACE Esperanza Middle and Bridges Academy?
About 150 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
ACE Esperanza Middle: 205. Bridges Academy: 274. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do ACE Esperanza Middle and Bridges Academy rank in California?
ACE Esperanza Middle is 1011th of 1,334 and Bridges Academy is 1012th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).