Coliseum College Prep Academy vs James Lick High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 54 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Coliseum College Prep Academy
Oakland · Public high · Grades 6–12
861 students
James Lick High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
862 students
| Measure | Coliseum College Prep Academy Oakland, California | James Lick High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1096 of 1,343 | #845 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15142 of 16,910 | #13361 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 861 | 862 |
| Enrollment | 861 | 862 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 65.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 23% |
| city | Oakland | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Lick High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.9 vs 20.8).
- •James Lick High does better on math proficiency (23% vs 18%).
- •James Lick High does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 36%).
- •James Lick High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 98.7%).
- •Coliseum College Prep Academy does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 20.0).
- •James Lick High is the larger school with 862 students compared with 861.
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 Coliseum College Prep Academy better than James Lick High?
On the Success Index (US), James Lick High ranks higher (29.9 vs 20.8 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 Coliseum College Prep Academy and James Lick High?
About 54 km in a straight line, between Oakland and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Coliseum College Prep Academy: 861. James Lick High: 862. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Coliseum College Prep Academy and James Lick High rank in California?
Coliseum College Prep Academy is 1096th of 1,343 and James Lick High is 845th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).