Robert F. Kennedy Elementary vs Yerba Buena High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 527 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–6
300 students
Yerba Buena High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,612 students
| Measure | Robert F. Kennedy Elementary San Jose, California | Yerba Buena High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4137 of 5,693 | #682 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #43602 of 50,301 | #12013 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 300 | 1,612 |
| Enrollment | 300 | 1,612 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 61.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 30% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Yerba Buena High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.9 vs 22.0).
- •Yerba Buena High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 39%).
- •Yerba Buena High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.9% vs 90.3%).
- •Robert F. Kennedy Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 24.1).
- •Yerba Buena High is the larger school with 1,612 students compared with 300.
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 Robert F. Kennedy Elementary better than Yerba Buena High?
On the Success Index (US), Yerba Buena High ranks higher (35.9 vs 22.0 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 Robert F. Kennedy Elementary and Yerba Buena High?
About 527 m in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary: 300. Yerba Buena High: 1,612. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Robert F. Kennedy Elementary and Yerba Buena High rank in California?
Robert F. Kennedy Elementary is 4137th of 5,693 and Yerba Buena High is 682nd of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).