Castle Park Senior High vs William C. Overfelt High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 682 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Castle Park Senior High
Chula Vista · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,363 students
William C. Overfelt High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,363 students
| Measure | Castle Park Senior High Chula Vista, California | William C. Overfelt High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #991 of 1,343 | #853 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14413 of 16,910 | #13401 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,363 | 1,363 |
| Enrollment | 1,363 | 1,363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.3% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 24% |
| city | Chula Vista | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William C. Overfelt High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.8 vs 24.8).
- •William C. Overfelt High does better on math proficiency (24% vs 15%).
- •Castle Park Senior High does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 47%).
- •William C. Overfelt High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.7% vs 82.3%).
- •William C. Overfelt High does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 22.3).
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 Castle Park Senior High better than William C. Overfelt High?
On the Success Index (US), William C. Overfelt High ranks higher (29.8 vs 24.8 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 Castle Park Senior High and William C. Overfelt High?
About 682 km in a straight line, between Chula Vista and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Castle Park Senior High: 1,363. William C. Overfelt High: 1,363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Castle Park Senior High and William C. Overfelt High rank in California?
Castle Park Senior High is 991st of 1,343 and William C. Overfelt High is 853rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).