Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alamo Elementary School 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 80-84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 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 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Alamo Elementary serves the northwest part of Alamo, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alamo Elementary School's student population of 348 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alamo Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alamo Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#359 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
21%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
15%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
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 Alamo Elementary School's ranking?
Alamo Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alamo Elementary School often compared to?
Alamo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rancho Romero Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alamo Elementary School?
348 students attend Alamo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Alamo Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alamo Elementary School?
Alamo Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alamo Elementary School offer ?
Alamo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alamo Elementary School part of?
Alamo Elementary School is part of San Ramon Valley Unified School District.
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