Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet is 0.71, 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
#294 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
12%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet's ranking?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet is ranked #294 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet often compared to?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Sartorette Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet?
490 students attend Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet offer ?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet part of?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet is part of Cambrian School District.
In what neighborhood is Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet located?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Willow Glen.
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