Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Christa Mcauliffe 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 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Christa Mcauliffe's student population of 376 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Christa Mcauliffe ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Christa Mcauliffe is 0.66, 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
#324 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christa Mcauliffe's ranking?
Christa Mcauliffe is ranked #324 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Christa Mcauliffe?
376 students attend Christa Mcauliffe.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Christa Mcauliffe students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christa Mcauliffe?
Christa Mcauliffe has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Christa Mcauliffe offer ?
Christa Mcauliffe offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Christa Mcauliffe part of?
Christa Mcauliffe is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Christa Mcauliffe located?
Christa Mcauliffe is located in the Brookview neighborhood of Saratoga, CA.
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