George Mayne Elementary vs Kathleen MacDonald High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Mayne Elementary
Alviso · Public elementary · Grades K–5
271 students
Kathleen MacDonald High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
683 students
| Measure | George Mayne Elementary Alviso, California | Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1855 of 5,693 | #277 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #24673 of 50,301 | #6497 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 271 | 683 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 683 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48% | 31.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | – |
| Math proficiency | 51% | – |
| city | Alviso | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kathleen MacDonald High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 50.7).
- •Kathleen MacDonald High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.8% vs 48%).
- •Kathleen MacDonald High does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 20.8).
- •Kathleen MacDonald High is the larger school with 683 students compared with 271.
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 Mayne Elementary better than Kathleen MacDonald High?
On the Success Index (US), Kathleen MacDonald High ranks higher (57.3 vs 50.7 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 Mayne Elementary and Kathleen MacDonald High?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Alviso and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Mayne Elementary: 271. Kathleen MacDonald High: 683. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Mayne Elementary and Kathleen MacDonald High rank in California?
George Mayne Elementary is 1855th of 5,693 and Kathleen MacDonald High is 277th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).