Gardner Elementary vs River Glen
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 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
River Glen
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–8
463 students
| Measure | Gardner Elementary San Jose, California | River Glen San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4197 of 5,693 | #2419 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43896 of 50,301 | #30895 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 385 | 463 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.1% | 46.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 30.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 35% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Glen scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.6 vs 21.5).
- •River Glen does better on math proficiency (35% vs 22%).
- •River Glen does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 32%).
- •River Glen does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.9% vs 70.1%).
- •Gardner Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 30.9).
- •River Glen is the larger school with 463 students compared with 385.
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 River Glen?
On the Success Index (US), River Glen ranks higher (41.6 vs 21.5 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 Gardner Elementary and River Glen?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gardner Elementary: 385. River Glen: 463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gardner Elementary and River Glen rank in California?
Gardner Elementary is 4197th of 5,693 and River Glen is 2419th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).