Branham High vs Pioneer High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Branham High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,820 students
Pioneer High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,393 students
| Measure | Branham High San Jose, California | Pioneer High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #197 of 1,343 | #205 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #4999 of 16,910 | #5120 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,820 | 1,393 |
| Enrollment | 1,820 | 1,393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.4% | 30.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 68% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 50% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (63.1 vs 62.7).
- •Branham High does better on math proficiency (52% vs 50%).
- •Pioneer High does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 68%).
- •Pioneer High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.8% vs 31.4%).
- •Branham High does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 21.8).
- •Branham High is the larger school with 1,820 students compared with 1,393.
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 Branham High better than Pioneer 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 Branham High and Pioneer High?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Branham High: 1,820. Pioneer High: 1,393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Branham High and Pioneer High rank in California?
Branham High is 197th of 1,343 and Pioneer High is 205th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).