Oak Ridge Elementary vs Santa Teresa High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 866 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oak Ridge Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–6
495 students
Santa Teresa High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,134 students
| Measure | Oak Ridge Elementary San Jose, California | Santa Teresa High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1605 of 5,693 | #187 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #21105 of 50,301 | #4814 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 495 | 2,134 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 2,134 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.5% | 27.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 50% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Santa Teresa High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.9 vs 55.8).
- •Oak Ridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 50%).
- •Santa Teresa High does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 55%).
- •Santa Teresa High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.9% vs 34.5%).
- •Oak Ridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 22.7).
- •Santa Teresa High is the larger school with 2,134 students compared with 495.
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 Oak Ridge Elementary better than Santa Teresa High?
On the Success Index (US), Santa Teresa High ranks higher (63.9 vs 55.8 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 Oak Ridge Elementary and Santa Teresa High?
About 866 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oak Ridge Elementary: 495. Santa Teresa High: 2,134. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oak Ridge Elementary and Santa Teresa High rank in California?
Oak Ridge Elementary is 1605th of 5,693 and Santa Teresa High is 187th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).