Hiram W. Johnson High vs New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hiram W. Johnson High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,682 students
New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter
Sacramento · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
286 students
| Measure | Hiram W. Johnson High Sacramento, California | New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1271 of 1,343 | #5090 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16283 of 16,910 | #48074 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,682 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 1,682 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.5% | 88.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 17% |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.5 vs 14.1).
- •New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter does better on math proficiency (17% vs 11%).
- •New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •Hiram W. Johnson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.5% vs 88.1%).
- •Hiram W. Johnson High does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 23.8).
- •Hiram W. Johnson High is the larger school with 1,682 students compared with 286.
- •Hiram W. Johnson High is a public school while New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community 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 Hiram W. Johnson High better than New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hiram W. Johnson High and New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hiram W. Johnson High: 1,682. New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hiram W. Johnson High and New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter rank in California?
Hiram W. Johnson High is 1271st of 1,343 and New Joseph Bonnheim (NJB) Community Charter is 5090th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).