University Preparatory Academy Charter vs Willow Glen High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
University Preparatory Academy Charter
San Jose · Charter high · Grades 7–12
727 students
Willow Glen High
San Jose · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,543 students
| Measure | University Preparatory Academy Charter San Jose, California | Willow Glen High San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 1,343 | #424 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #2953 of 16,910 | #8702 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 727 | 1,543 |
| Enrollment | 727 | 1,543 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.8% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 37% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 48.8).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on math proficiency (65% vs 37%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 55%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 38.8%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 20.6).
- •Willow Glen High is the larger school with 1,543 students compared with 727.
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter is a charter school while Willow Glen High 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is University Preparatory Academy Charter better than Willow Glen High?
On the Success Index (US), University Preparatory Academy Charter ranks higher (71.4 vs 48.8 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 University Preparatory Academy Charter and Willow Glen High?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
University Preparatory Academy Charter: 727. Willow Glen High: 1,543. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do University Preparatory Academy Charter and Willow Glen High rank in California?
University Preparatory Academy Charter is 96th of 1,343 and Willow Glen High is 424th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).