Capuchino High vs John Muir Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Capuchino High
San Bruno · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,061 students
John Muir Elementary
San Bruno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
486 students
| Measure | Capuchino High San Bruno, California | John Muir Elementary San Bruno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #347 of 1,343 | #1144 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7682 of 16,910 | #15252 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,061 | 486 |
| Enrollment | 1,061 | 486 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.2% | 29.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 30.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 62% |
| city | San Bruno | San Bruno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Muir Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.3 vs 52.6).
- •John Muir Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 34%).
- •John Muir Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 61%).
- •John Muir Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.8% vs 34.2%).
- •Capuchino High does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 30.4).
- •Capuchino High is the larger school with 1,061 students compared with 486.
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 Capuchino High better than John Muir Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John Muir Elementary ranks higher (64.3 vs 52.6 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 Capuchino High and John Muir Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between San Bruno and San Bruno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Capuchino High: 1,061. John Muir Elementary: 486. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Capuchino High and John Muir Elementary rank in California?
Capuchino High is 347th of 1,343 and John Muir Elementary is 1144th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).