Iftin Charter vs Rocketship Alma Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 669 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Iftin Charter
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
531 students
Rocketship Alma Academy
San Jose · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
532 students
| Measure | Iftin Charter San Diego, California | Rocketship Alma Academy San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4508 of 5,693 | #1755 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45527 of 50,301 | #23205 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 531 | 532 |
| Enrollment | 531 | 532 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.7% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | 31.2 | 33.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 67% |
| city | San Diego | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rocketship Alma Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 18.9).
- •Rocketship Alma Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 31%).
- •Rocketship Alma Academy does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 29%).
- •Iftin Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.7% vs 80.5%).
- •Iftin Charter does better on students per teacher (31.2 vs 33.3).
- •Rocketship Alma Academy is the larger school with 532 students compared with 531.
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 Iftin Charter better than Rocketship Alma Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Rocketship Alma Academy ranks higher (52.8 vs 18.9 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 Iftin Charter and Rocketship Alma Academy?
About 669 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Iftin Charter: 531. Rocketship Alma Academy: 532. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Iftin Charter and Rocketship Alma Academy rank in California?
Iftin Charter is 4508th of 5,693 and Rocketship Alma Academy is 1755th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).