Desert Sands Charter vs University Preparatory Academy Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 442 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Sands Charter
Lancaster · Charter high · Grades 8–12
727 students
University Preparatory Academy Charter
San Jose · Charter high · Grades 7–12
727 students
| Measure | Desert Sands Charter Lancaster, California | University Preparatory Academy Charter San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1171 of 1,343 | #96 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15638 of 16,910 | #2953 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 727 | 727 |
| Enrollment | 727 | 727 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.7% | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | – | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 65% |
| city | Lancaster | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 17.8).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on math proficiency (65% vs 2.5%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 42%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 78.7%).
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 Desert Sands Charter better than University Preparatory Academy Charter?
On the Success Index (US), University Preparatory Academy Charter ranks higher (71.4 vs 17.8 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 Desert Sands Charter and University Preparatory Academy Charter?
About 442 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Sands Charter: 727. University Preparatory Academy Charter: 727. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Sands Charter and University Preparatory Academy Charter rank in California?
Desert Sands Charter is 1171st of 1,343 and University Preparatory Academy Charter is 96th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).