Serving 695 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ellis Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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-5
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ellis Elementary School's student population of 695 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ellis Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellis Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2366 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
12%
Hispanic
35%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellis Elementary School's ranking?
Ellis Elementary School is ranked #2366 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ellis Elementary School often compared to?
Ellis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponderosa Elementary School, Braly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ellis Elementary School?
695 students attend Ellis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Ellis Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellis Elementary School?
Ellis Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Ellis Elementary School offer ?
Ellis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ellis Elementary School part of?
Ellis Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellis Elementary School located?
Ellis Elementary School is located in the Heritage District neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Students' Last Day
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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