Allen at Steinbeck vs Gunderson High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Allen at Steinbeck
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
406 students
Gunderson High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
744 students
| Measure | Allen at Steinbeck San Jose, California | Gunderson High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3601 of 5,693 | #940 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #40506 of 50,301 | #14076 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 406 | 744 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 744 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 17% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.8 vs 26.5).
- •Allen at Steinbeck does better on math proficiency (24% vs 17%).
- •Allen at Steinbeck does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Gunderson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 69%).
- •Gunderson High does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 18.5).
- •Gunderson High is the larger school with 744 students compared with 406.
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 Allen at Steinbeck better than Gunderson High?
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 Allen at Steinbeck and Gunderson High?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Allen at Steinbeck: 406. Gunderson High: 744. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Allen at Steinbeck and Gunderson High rank in California?
Allen at Steinbeck is 3601st of 5,693 and Gunderson High is 940th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).