Newark Memorial High vs William C. Overfelt High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 26 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Newark Memorial High
Newark · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,367 students
William C. Overfelt High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,363 students
| Measure | Newark Memorial High Newark, California | William C. Overfelt High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #492 of 1,343 | #853 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #9886 of 16,910 | #13401 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,367 | 1,363 |
| Enrollment | 1,367 | 1,363 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.9% | 62.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 24% |
| city | Newark | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newark Memorial High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.2 vs 29.8).
- •Newark Memorial High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 24%).
- •Newark Memorial High does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 47%).
- •Newark Memorial High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 62.7%).
- •William C. Overfelt High does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 26.3).
- •Newark Memorial High is the larger school with 1,367 students compared with 1,363.
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 Newark Memorial High better than William C. Overfelt High?
On the Success Index (US), Newark Memorial High ranks higher (44.2 vs 29.8 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 Newark Memorial High and William C. Overfelt High?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Newark and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Newark Memorial High: 1,367. William C. Overfelt High: 1,363. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Newark Memorial High and William C. Overfelt High rank in California?
Newark Memorial High is 492nd of 1,343 and William C. Overfelt High is 853rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).