Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock vs KIPP San Jose Collegiate
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 253 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock
San Jose · Charter high · Grades 6–12
202 students
KIPP San Jose Collegiate
San Jose · Charter high · Grades 9–12
512 students
| Measure | Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock San Jose, California | KIPP San Jose Collegiate San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1026 of 1,343 | #294 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14669 of 16,910 | #6704 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 202 | 512 |
| Enrollment | 202 | 512 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 70.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 52% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP San Jose Collegiate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 23.5).
- •KIPP San Jose Collegiate does better on math proficiency (52% vs 22%).
- •KIPP San Jose Collegiate does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 35%).
- •KIPP San Jose Collegiate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.9% vs 77.7%).
- •KIPP San Jose Collegiate does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 18.4).
- •KIPP San Jose Collegiate is the larger school with 512 students compared with 202.
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 Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock better than KIPP San Jose Collegiate?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP San Jose Collegiate ranks higher (56.4 vs 23.5 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 Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock and KIPP San Jose Collegiate?
About 253 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock: 202. KIPP San Jose Collegiate: 512. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock and KIPP San Jose Collegiate rank in California?
Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock is 1026th of 1,343 and KIPP San Jose Collegiate is 294th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).