Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Braly Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Braly Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Braly Elementary School's student population of 352 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Braly Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Braly Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1793 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
36%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braly Elementary School's ranking?
Braly Elementary School is ranked #1793 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Braly Elementary School often compared to?
Braly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponderosa Elementary School, Ellis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Braly Elementary School?
352 students attend Braly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Braly Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Braly Elementary School?
Braly Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Braly Elementary School offer ?
Braly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Braly Elementary School part of?
Braly Elementary School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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