Serving 608 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cumberland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cumberland 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
Cumberland Elementary School's student population of 608 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cumberland 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 Cumberland 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
#703 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
12%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
31%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland Elementary School's ranking?
Cumberland Elementary School is ranked #703 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cumberland Elementary School often compared to?
Cumberland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Chase Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cumberland Elementary School?
608 students attend Cumberland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Cumberland Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cumberland Elementary School?
Cumberland Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cumberland Elementary School offer ?
Cumberland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cumberland Elementary School part of?
Cumberland Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Cumberland Elementary School located?
Cumberland Elementary School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Sunnyvale West.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Students Last Day of School - 11:35 Dismissal
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Students' Last Day
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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