Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Don Callejon 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 52% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Callejon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Don Callejon's student population of 581 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Don Callejon 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 Don Callejon 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
#1847 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
48%
12%
Hispanic
24%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
15%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Callejon's ranking?
Don Callejon is ranked #1847 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Don Callejon often compared to?
Don Callejonis often viewed alongside schools like Montague Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Don Callejon?
581 students attend Don Callejon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Don Callejon students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Don Callejon?
Don Callejon has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Don Callejon offer ?
Don Callejon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Don Callejon part of?
Don Callejon is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Don Callejon located?
Don Callejon is located in the Rivermark of Santa Clara neighborhood of Santa Clara, CA.
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