Berryessa Union Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20% in CA)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berryessa Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
224 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)75%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)15%
56%
Black
(21-22)2%
5%
White
(21-22)4%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)4%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
17%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Berryessa Union Elementary School often compared to?
Berryessa Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laneview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Berryessa Union Elementary School?
224 students attend Berryessa Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Berryessa Union Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Berryessa Union Elementary School offer ?
Berryessa Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Berryessa Union Elementary School part of?
Berryessa Union Elementary School is part of Berryessa Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Berryessa Union Elementary School located?
Berryessa Union Elementary School is located in the Sierra Vista Hills neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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