Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary vs University Preparatory Academy Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
309 students
University Preparatory Academy Charter
San Jose · Charter high · Grades 7–12
727 students
| Measure | Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary San Jose, California | University Preparatory Academy Charter San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #867 of 5,693 | #96 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11867 of 50,301 | #2953 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 309 | 727 |
| Enrollment | 309 | 727 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.1% | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 65% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 69.2).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on math proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 67%).
- •Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.1% vs 27.8%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 23.8).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter is the larger school with 727 students compared with 309.
- •Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary is a public school while University Preparatory Academy Charter 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 Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary better than University Preparatory Academy Charter?
On the Success Index (US), University Preparatory Academy Charter ranks higher (71.4 vs 69.2 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 Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary and University Preparatory Academy Charter?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary: 309. University Preparatory Academy Charter: 727. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary and University Preparatory Academy Charter rank in California?
Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary is 867th of 5,693 and University Preparatory Academy Charter is 96th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).