Serving 696 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Booksin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Booksin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Booksin Elementary School's student population of 696 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Booksin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booksin Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#901 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booksin Elementary School's ranking?
Booksin Elementary School is ranked #901 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Booksin Elementary School?
696 students attend Booksin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Booksin Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Booksin Elementary School?
Booksin Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Booksin Elementary School offer ?
Booksin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Booksin Elementary School part of?
Booksin Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Booksin Elementary School located?
Booksin Elementary School is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Willow Glen.
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