Lowell Elementary vs Selma Olinder Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowell Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
261 students
Selma Olinder Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
269 students
| Measure | Lowell Elementary San Jose, California | Selma Olinder Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4853 of 5,693 | #4651 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47135 of 50,301 | #46246 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 261 | 269 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 269 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.1% | 80.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Selma Olinder Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.7 vs 16.0).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Selma Olinder Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.3% vs 85.1%).
- •Selma Olinder Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 21.8).
- •Selma Olinder Elementary is the larger school with 269 students compared with 261.
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 Lowell Elementary better than Selma Olinder Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Selma Olinder Elementary ranks higher (17.7 vs 16.0 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 Lowell Elementary and Selma Olinder Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowell Elementary: 261. Selma Olinder Elementary: 269. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowell Elementary and Selma Olinder Elementary rank in California?
Lowell Elementary is 4853rd of 5,693 and Selma Olinder Elementary is 4651st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).