Serving 710 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Booksin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Booksin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Booksin Elementary School's student population of 710 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Booksin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booksin Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
51%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booksin Elementary School's ranking?
Booksin Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Booksin Elementary School?
710 students attend Booksin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Booksin Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Booksin Elementary School?
Booksin Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Booksin Elementary School offer ?
Booksin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Booksin Elementary School part of?
Booksin Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Booksin Elementary School located?
Booksin Elementary School 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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