Albert Baxter Elementary vs Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 508 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albert Baxter Elementary
Bellflower · Public elementary · Grades K–6
309 students
Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
309 students
| Measure | Albert Baxter Elementary Bellflower, California | Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2742 of 5,693 | #867 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33709 of 50,301 | #11867 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 309 | 309 |
| Enrollment | 309 | 309 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 20.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 62% |
| city | Bellflower | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 37.4).
- •Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 39%).
- •Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 55%).
- •Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.1% vs 82.2%).
- •Albert Baxter Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 23.8).
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 Albert Baxter Elementary better than Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary ranks higher (69.2 vs 37.4 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 Albert Baxter Elementary and Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary?
About 508 km in a straight line, between Bellflower and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert Baxter Elementary: 309. Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary: 309. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert Baxter Elementary and Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary rank in California?
Albert Baxter Elementary is 2742nd of 5,693 and Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary is 867th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).