Serving 633 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Shirakawa (George Sr.) 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 33% (which is equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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-8
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School's student population of 633 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shirakawa (George Sr.) 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 Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#4192 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
33%
12%
Hispanic
55%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
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 Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School's ranking?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School is ranked #4192 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School often compared to?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen At Steinbeck, Ramblewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School?
633 students attend Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School offer ?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School part of?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School located?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Jose.
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