Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mission San Jose Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (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 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission San Jose 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
Mission San Jose Elementary School's student population of 456 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mission San Jose Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission San Jose Elementary School is 0.19, which is less 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
#50 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
90%
12%
Hispanic
3%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Mission San Jose Elementary School's ranking?
Mission San Jose Elementary School is ranked #50 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission San Jose Elementary School often compared to?
Mission San Jose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Valley Elementary School, John Gomes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mission San Jose Elementary School?
456 students attend Mission San Jose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Mission San Jose Elementary School students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission San Jose Elementary School?
Mission San Jose Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Mission San Jose Elementary School offer ?
Mission San Jose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mission San Jose Elementary School part of?
Mission San Jose Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission San Jose Elementary School located?
Mission San Jose Elementary School is located in the Mission San Jose neighborhood of Fremont, CA.
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