Serving 572 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Silver Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 84%
- Reading Proficiency: 88%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Oak Elementary School's student population of 572 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Silver Oak Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)88%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
71%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
16%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Silver Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tom Matsumoto Elementary School, James Franklin Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Silver Oak Elementary School?
572 students attend Silver Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Silver Oak Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Oak Elementary School?
Silver Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Oak Elementary School offer ?
Silver Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Silver Oak Elementary School part of?
Silver Oak Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Oak Elementary School located?
Silver Oak Elementary School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Instruction
August 19, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
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