University Preparatory Academy Charter vs Willow Glen Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.9 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 Middle
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,180 students
| Measure | University Preparatory Academy Charter San Jose, California | Willow Glen Middle San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #96 of 1,343 | #395 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2953 of 16,910 | #7297 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 727 | 1,180 |
| Enrollment | 727 | 1,180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.8% | 36.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 40% |
| 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 51.6).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on math proficiency (65% vs 40%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 56%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 36.7%).
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 24.1).
- •Willow Glen Middle is the larger school with 1,180 students compared with 727.
- •University Preparatory Academy Charter is a charter school while Willow Glen Middle 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is University Preparatory Academy Charter better than Willow Glen Middle?
On the Success Index (US), University Preparatory Academy Charter ranks higher (71.4 vs 51.6 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 Middle?
About 1.9 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 Middle: 1,180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do University Preparatory Academy Charter and Willow Glen Middle rank in California?
University Preparatory Academy Charter is 96th of 1,343 and Willow Glen Middle is 395th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).