Gardner Elementary vs Rocketship Alma Academy
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
Rocketship Alma Academy
San Jose · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
532 students
| Measure | Gardner Elementary San Jose, California | Rocketship Alma Academy San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4197 of 5,693 | #1755 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43896 of 50,301 | #23205 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 385 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.1% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 33.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 67% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rocketship Alma Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 21.5).
- •Rocketship Alma Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 22%).
- •Rocketship Alma Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Gardner Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.1% vs 80.5%).
- •Gardner Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 33.3).
- •Rocketship Alma Academy is the larger school with 532 students compared with 385.
- •Gardner Elementary is a public school while Rocketship Alma Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Rocketship Alma Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Rocketship Alma Academy ranks higher (52.8 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 Rocketship Alma Academy?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gardner Elementary: 385. Rocketship Alma Academy: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gardner Elementary and Rocketship Alma Academy rank in California?
Gardner Elementary is 4197th of 5,693 and Rocketship Alma Academy is 1755th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).