Serving 355 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Robert Sanders 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 97% 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-5
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert Sanders Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Robert Sanders 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 Robert Sanders Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#7843 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
78%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert Sanders Elementary School's ranking?
Robert Sanders Elementary School is ranked #7843 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Robert Sanders Elementary School?
355 students attend Robert Sanders Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Robert Sanders Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Sanders Elementary School?
Robert Sanders Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Robert Sanders Elementary School offer ?
Robert Sanders Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Robert Sanders Elementary School part of?
Robert Sanders Elementary School is part of Mount Pleasant Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Robert Sanders Elementary School located?
Robert Sanders 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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