Andrew P. Hill High vs Rocketship Rising Stars
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.
Andrew P. Hill High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,564 students
Rocketship Rising Stars
San Jose · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
621 students
| Measure | Andrew P. Hill High San Jose, California | Rocketship Rising Stars San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #841 of 1,343 | #1442 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13331 of 16,910 | #19141 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,564 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 1,564 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.6% | 64.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 36.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 72% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rocketship Rising Stars scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.6 vs 30.0).
- •Rocketship Rising Stars does better on math proficiency (72% vs 25%).
- •Rocketship Rising Stars does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •Rocketship Rising Stars does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.7% vs 67.6%).
- •Andrew P. Hill High does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 36.5).
- •Andrew P. Hill High is the larger school with 1,564 students compared with 621.
- •Andrew P. Hill High is a public school while Rocketship Rising Stars is a charter 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 Andrew P. Hill High better than Rocketship Rising Stars?
On the Success Index (US), Rocketship Rising Stars ranks higher (58.6 vs 30.0 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 Andrew P. Hill High and Rocketship Rising Stars?
About 300 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Andrew P. Hill High: 1,564. Rocketship Rising Stars: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Andrew P. Hill High and Rocketship Rising Stars rank in California?
Andrew P. Hill High is 841st of 1,343 and Rocketship Rising Stars is 1442nd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).