Anthony Spangler Elementary vs Pearl Zanker Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anthony Spangler Elementary
Milpitas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
610 students
Pearl Zanker Elementary
Milpitas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
563 students
| Measure | Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas, California | Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #902 of 5,693 | #957 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12328 of 50,301 | #13033 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 610 | 563 |
| Enrollment | 610 | 563 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.2% | 35.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 65% |
| city | Milpitas | Milpitas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.5 vs 67.6).
- •Pearl Zanker Elementary does better on math proficiency (65% vs 64%).
- •Anthony Spangler Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 69%).
- •Anthony Spangler Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.2% vs 35.9%).
- •Anthony Spangler Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.4 vs 24.5).
- •Anthony Spangler Elementary is the larger school with 610 students compared with 563.
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 Anthony Spangler Elementary better than Pearl Zanker Elementary?
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 Anthony Spangler Elementary and Pearl Zanker Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Milpitas and Milpitas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anthony Spangler Elementary: 610. Pearl Zanker Elementary: 563. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anthony Spangler Elementary and Pearl Zanker Elementary rank in California?
Anthony Spangler Elementary is 902nd of 5,693 and Pearl Zanker Elementary is 957th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).