East Palo Alto Academy vs KIPP Esperanza High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 475 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Palo Alto Academy
East Palo Alto · Charter high · Grades 9–12
278 students
KIPP Esperanza High
East Palo Alto · Charter high · Grades 9–12
194 students
| Measure | East Palo Alto Academy East Palo Alto, California | KIPP Esperanza High East Palo Alto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #697 of 1,343 | #737 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #12152 of 16,910 | #12518 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 278 | 194 |
| Enrollment | 278 | 194 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.3% | 95.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 12% | – |
| city | East Palo Alto | East Palo Alto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Palo Alto Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.2 vs 33.6).
- •East Palo Alto Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 95.9%).
- •KIPP Esperanza High does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 13.2).
- •East Palo Alto Academy is the larger school with 278 students compared with 194.
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 East Palo Alto Academy better than KIPP Esperanza High?
On the Success Index (US), East Palo Alto Academy ranks higher (35.2 vs 33.6 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 East Palo Alto Academy and KIPP Esperanza High?
About 475 m in a straight line, between East Palo Alto and East Palo Alto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Palo Alto Academy: 278. KIPP Esperanza High: 194. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Palo Alto Academy and KIPP Esperanza High rank in California?
East Palo Alto Academy is 697th of 1,343 and KIPP Esperanza High is 737th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).