Serving 476 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 51%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oak Ridge Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oak Ridge Elementary School is 0.72, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oak Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor (Bertha) Elementary School, Frost (Earl) 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 40% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School?
476 students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oak Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oak Ridge Elementary School?
Oak Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Oak Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Oak Ridge Elementary School part of?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is part of Oak Grove Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Ridge Elementary School located?
Oak Ridge 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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