Gardner Elementary vs Lowell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gardner Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
385 students
Lowell Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
261 students
| Measure | Gardner Elementary San Jose, California | Lowell Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4197 of 5,693 | #4853 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43896 of 50,301 | #47135 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 385 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.1% | 85.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gardner Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.5 vs 16.0).
- •Gardner Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Gardner Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.1% vs 85.1%).
- •Gardner Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 21.8).
- •Gardner Elementary is the larger school with 385 students compared with 261.
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 Gardner Elementary better than Lowell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gardner Elementary ranks higher (21.5 vs 16.0 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 Gardner Elementary and Lowell Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gardner Elementary: 385. Lowell Elementary: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gardner Elementary and Lowell Elementary rank in California?
Gardner Elementary is 4197th of 5,693 and Lowell Elementary is 4853rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).