Alpha Cindy Avitia High vs Donald J. Meyer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 300 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alpha Cindy Avitia High
San Jose · Charter high · Grades 9–12
405 students
Donald J. Meyer Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
246 students
| Measure | Alpha Cindy Avitia High San Jose, California | Donald J. Meyer Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #467 of 1,343 | #2818 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9469 of 16,910 | #34504 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 405 | 246 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 246 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 79.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 18.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 39% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 36.2).
- •Donald J. Meyer Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 48%).
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.8% vs 79.7%).
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 18.9).
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High is the larger school with 405 students compared with 246.
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High is a charter school while Donald J. Meyer Elementary 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 Alpha Cindy Avitia High better than Donald J. Meyer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Alpha Cindy Avitia High ranks higher (45.9 vs 36.2 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 Alpha Cindy Avitia High and Donald J. Meyer Elementary?
About 300 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High: 405. Donald J. Meyer Elementary: 246. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alpha Cindy Avitia High and Donald J. Meyer Elementary rank in California?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High is 467th of 1,343 and Donald J. Meyer Elementary is 2818th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).