Alpha Cindy Avitia High vs William C. Overfelt High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 267 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
William C. Overfelt High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,363 students
| Measure | Alpha Cindy Avitia High San Jose, California | William C. Overfelt High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #467 of 1,343 | #853 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #9469 of 16,910 | #13401 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 405 | 1,363 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 1,363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.8% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.0 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 24% |
| 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 29.8).
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 24%).
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •William C. Overfelt High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.7% vs 72.8%).
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 20.3).
- •William C. Overfelt High is the larger school with 1,363 students compared with 405.
- •Alpha Cindy Avitia High is a charter school while William C. Overfelt High 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Alpha Cindy Avitia High better than William C. Overfelt High?
On the Success Index (US), Alpha Cindy Avitia High ranks higher (45.9 vs 29.8 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 William C. Overfelt High?
About 267 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High: 405. William C. Overfelt High: 1,363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alpha Cindy Avitia High and William C. Overfelt High rank in California?
Alpha Cindy Avitia High is 467th of 1,343 and William C. Overfelt High is 853rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).