Serving 492 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Latimer 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 44% (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 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Latimer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Latimer's student population of 492 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Latimer 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 Latimer 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
#2275 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
43%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Latimer's ranking?
Latimer is ranked #2275 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Latimer often compared to?
Latimeris often viewed alongside schools like George C. Payne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 Latimer?
492 students attend Latimer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Latimer students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Latimer?
Latimer has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Latimer offer ?
Latimer offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Latimer part of?
Latimer is part of Moreland School District.
In what neighborhood is Latimer located?
Latimer is located in the Moreland West neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Moreland West.
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