KIPP Heartwood Academy vs Santee Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
KIPP Heartwood Academy
San Jose · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
423 students
Santee Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–6
318 students
| Measure | KIPP Heartwood Academy San Jose, California | Santee Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #319 of 1,334 | #5100 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5739 of 15,369 | #48113 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 423 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.5% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 21% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Heartwood Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.8 vs 14.0).
- •KIPP Heartwood Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 21%).
- •KIPP Heartwood Academy does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 28%).
- •KIPP Heartwood Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.5% vs 89.9%).
- •KIPP Heartwood Academy does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 19.9).
- •KIPP Heartwood Academy is the larger school with 423 students compared with 318.
- •KIPP Heartwood Academy is a charter school while Santee Elementary is a public 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 KIPP Heartwood Academy better than Santee Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Heartwood Academy ranks higher (58.8 vs 14.0 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 KIPP Heartwood Academy and Santee Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
KIPP Heartwood Academy: 423. Santee Elementary: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do KIPP Heartwood Academy and Santee Elementary rank in California?
KIPP Heartwood Academy is 319th of 1,334 and Santee Elementary is 5100th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).