Serving 385 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Miguel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: 385 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Miguel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
San Miguel Elementary School's student population of 385 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
385 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
San Miguel Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Miguel Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#4640 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
67%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Miguel Elementary School's ranking?
San Miguel Elementary School is ranked #4640 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Miguel Elementary School often compared to?
San Miguel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakewood Elementary School, Fairwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Miguel Elementary School?
385 students attend San Miguel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of San Miguel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Miguel Elementary School?
San Miguel Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does San Miguel Elementary School offer ?
San Miguel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Miguel Elementary School part of?
San Miguel Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is San Miguel Elementary School located?
San Miguel Elementary School is located in the San Miguel neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Students' Last Day
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Student's Last Day of School
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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