Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Schallenberger Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schallenberger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Schallenberger Elementary School's student population of 477 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Schallenberger Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Schallenberger Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1925 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
33%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
45%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Schallenberger Elementary School's ranking?
Schallenberger Elementary School is ranked #1925 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Schallenberger Elementary School often compared to?
Schallenberger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet, Booksin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Schallenberger Elementary School?
477 students attend Schallenberger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Schallenberger Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Schallenberger Elementary School?
Schallenberger Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Schallenberger Elementary School offer ?
Schallenberger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Schallenberger Elementary School part of?
Schallenberger Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Schallenberger Elementary School located?
Schallenberger Elementary School is located in the Schallenberger neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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