Serving 284 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lyndale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyndale Elementary School's student population of 284 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lyndale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyndale Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8043 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyndale Elementary School's ranking?
Lyndale Elementary School is ranked #8043 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lyndale Elementary School often compared to?
Lyndale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millard Mccollam Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lyndale Elementary School?
284 students attend Lyndale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Lyndale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lyndale Elementary School?
Lyndale Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lyndale Elementary School offer ?
Lyndale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lyndale Elementary School part of?
Lyndale Elementary School is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyndale Elementary School located?
Lyndale Elementary School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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