George C. Payne Elementary vs Lynhaven Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George C. Payne Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
417 students
Lynhaven Elementary
San Jose · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
463 students
| Measure | George C. Payne Elementary San Jose, California | Lynhaven Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #801 of 5,693 | #2380 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11074 of 50,301 | #30498 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 417 | 463 |
| Enrollment | 417 | 463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.4% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 42% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George C. Payne Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 42.2).
- •George C. Payne Elementary does better on math proficiency (63% vs 42%).
- •George C. Payne Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 44%).
- •George C. Payne Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.4% vs 48.4%).
- •Lynhaven Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 20.9).
- •Lynhaven Elementary is the larger school with 463 students compared with 417.
- •George C. Payne Elementary is a public school while Lynhaven Elementary 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 George C. Payne Elementary better than Lynhaven Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), George C. Payne Elementary ranks higher (70.3 vs 42.2 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 George C. Payne Elementary and Lynhaven Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George C. Payne Elementary: 417. Lynhaven Elementary: 463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George C. Payne Elementary and Lynhaven Elementary rank in California?
George C. Payne Elementary is 801st of 5,693 and Lynhaven Elementary is 2380th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).