Serving 505 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Graystone Elementary School 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 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graystone 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
School Overview
Graystone Elementary School's student population of 505 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Graystone Elementary School 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 Graystone Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#167 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
12%
Hispanic
13%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
27%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 Graystone Elementary School's ranking?
Graystone Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Graystone Elementary School often compared to?
Graystone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Graystone Elementary School?
505 students attend Graystone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Graystone Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Graystone Elementary School?
Graystone Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Graystone Elementary School offer ?
Graystone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Graystone Elementary School part of?
Graystone Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Graystone Elementary School located?
Graystone Elementary School is located in the Almaden neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Almaden.
School Reviews
5 3/20/2020
Great School! Teachers and support staff are caring. Principal is wonderful - very nice, helpful and has positive energy around the students. The other parents are great too - good sense of community.
3 4/16/2018
Graystone is a great school.We have fun activities
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