Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gussie M. Baker 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 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 77% 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: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gussie M. Baker 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
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gussie M. Baker 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 Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#491 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
18%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
23%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Gussie M. Baker Elementary School's ranking?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gussie M. Baker Elementary School often compared to?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hill Elementary School, Country Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gussie M. Baker Elementary School?
453 students attend Gussie M. Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Gussie M. Baker Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gussie M. Baker Elementary School?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Gussie M. Baker Elementary School offer ?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gussie M. Baker Elementary School part of?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is part of Moreland School District.
In what neighborhood is Gussie M. Baker Elementary School located?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is located in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in West Valley.
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