Serving 399 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chester W. Nimitz 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 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School's student population of 399 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chester W. Nimitz 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 Chester W. Nimitz 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
#1895 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School's ranking?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School is ranked #1895 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School often compared to?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School?
399 students attend Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School offer ?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School part of?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School located?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School is located in the Nimitz neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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