Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Russo/mcentee Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than 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: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Russo/mcentee Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Russo/mcentee Academy's student population of 365 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Russo/mcentee Academy 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 Russo/mcentee Academy is 0.41, 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
#6081 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
75%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Russo/mcentee Academy's ranking?
Russo/mcentee Academy is ranked #6081 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Russo/mcentee Academy?
365 students attend Russo/mcentee Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Russo/mcentee Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Russo/mcentee Academy?
Russo/mcentee Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Russo/mcentee Academy offer ?
Russo/mcentee Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Russo/mcentee Academy part of?
Russo/mcentee Academy is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Russo/mcentee Academy located?
Russo/mcentee Academy 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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