James Lick High vs Linda Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Lick High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
862 students
Linda Vista Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
437 students
| Measure | James Lick High San Jose, California | Linda Vista Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #845 of 1,343 | #3190 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13361 of 16,910 | #37502 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 862 | 437 |
| Enrollment | 862 | 437 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.8% | 68.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.0 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 37% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Linda Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 29.9).
- •Linda Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 23%).
- •James Lick High does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 41%).
- •James Lick High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.8% vs 68.2%).
- •James Lick High does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 21.9).
- •James Lick High is the larger school with 862 students compared with 437.
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 James Lick High better than Linda Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Linda Vista Elementary ranks higher (31.6 vs 29.9 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 James Lick High and Linda Vista Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Lick High: 862. Linda Vista Elementary: 437. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Lick High and Linda Vista Elementary rank in California?
James Lick High is 845th of 1,343 and Linda Vista Elementary is 3190th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).