Alhambra Senior High vs John Swett Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alhambra Senior High
Martinez · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,028 students
John Swett Elementary
Martinez · Public elementary · Grades K–5
533 students
| Measure | Alhambra Senior High Martinez, California | John Swett Elementary Martinez, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #210 of 1,343 | #997 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5211 of 16,910 | #13495 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,028 | 533 |
| Enrollment | 1,028 | 533 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.7% | 22.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 58% |
| city | Martinez | Martinez |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Swett Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.9 vs 62.2).
- •John Swett Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 44%).
- •Alhambra Senior High does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 65%).
- •John Swett Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.5% vs 30.7%).
- •Alhambra Senior High does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 22.2).
- •Alhambra Senior High is the larger school with 1,028 students compared with 533.
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 Alhambra Senior High better than John Swett Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John Swett Elementary ranks higher (66.9 vs 62.2 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 Alhambra Senior High and John Swett Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Martinez and Martinez in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alhambra Senior High: 1,028. John Swett Elementary: 533. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alhambra Senior High and John Swett Elementary rank in California?
Alhambra Senior High is 210th of 1,343 and John Swett Elementary is 997th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).