Aspire Capitol Heights Academy vs Hiram W. Johnson High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspire Capitol Heights Academy
Sacramento · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
222 students
Hiram W. Johnson High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,682 students
| Measure | Aspire Capitol Heights Academy Sacramento, California | Hiram W. Johnson High Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5175 of 5,693 | #1271 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #48364 of 50,301 | #16283 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 222 | 1,682 |
| Enrollment | 222 | 1,682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 77.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 11% |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.3 vs 13.5).
- •Aspire Capitol Heights Academy does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •Hiram W. Johnson High does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Hiram W. Johnson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.5% vs 91.4%).
- •Aspire Capitol Heights Academy does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 21.8).
- •Hiram W. Johnson High is the larger school with 1,682 students compared with 222.
- •Aspire Capitol Heights Academy is a charter school while Hiram W. Johnson 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Aspire Capitol Heights Academy better than Hiram W. Johnson 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 Aspire Capitol Heights Academy and Hiram W. Johnson High?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspire Capitol Heights Academy: 222. Hiram W. Johnson High: 1,682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspire Capitol Heights Academy and Hiram W. Johnson High rank in California?
Aspire Capitol Heights Academy is 5175th of 5,693 and Hiram W. Johnson High is 1271st of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).