Gunderson High vs Riverbank High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 98 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gunderson High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
744 students
Riverbank High
Riverbank · Public high · Grades 9–12
744 students
| Measure | Gunderson High San Jose, California | Riverbank High Riverbank, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #940 of 1,343 | #768 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14076 of 16,910 | #12769 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 744 | 744 |
| Enrollment | 744 | 744 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.6% | 73.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | San Jose | Riverbank |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Riverbank High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.5 vs 26.5).
- •Riverbank High does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Riverbank High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 32%).
- •Gunderson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 73.1%).
- •Gunderson High does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 19.1).
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 Gunderson High better than Riverbank High?
On the Success Index (US), Riverbank High ranks higher (32.5 vs 26.5 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 Gunderson High and Riverbank High?
About 98 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Riverbank in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gunderson High: 744. Riverbank High: 744. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gunderson High and Riverbank High rank in California?
Gunderson High is 940th of 1,343 and Riverbank High is 768th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).