Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cadwallader Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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-6
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cadwallader Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Cadwallader Elementary School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cadwallader 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 Cadwallader Elementary School is 0.60, which is less 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
#1063 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
12%
Hispanic
36%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cadwallader Elementary School's ranking?
Cadwallader Elementary School is ranked #1063 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cadwallader Elementary School often compared to?
Cadwallader Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John J. Montgomery Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cadwallader Elementary School?
340 students attend Cadwallader Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cadwallader Elementary School students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cadwallader Elementary School?
Cadwallader Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cadwallader Elementary School offer ?
Cadwallader Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cadwallader Elementary School part of?
Cadwallader Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Cadwallader Elementary School located?
Cadwallader Elementary School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
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