Serving 398 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blackford Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackford Elementary School's student population of 398 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blackford Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackford Elementary School is 0.49, which is less 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
#5622 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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 is Blackford Elementary School's ranking?
Blackford Elementary School is ranked #5622 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Blackford Elementary School often compared to?
Blackford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Blackford Elementary School?
398 students attend Blackford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Blackford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackford Elementary School?
Blackford Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Blackford Elementary School offer ?
Blackford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blackford Elementary School part of?
Blackford Elementary School is part of Campbell Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Blackford Elementary School located?
Blackford 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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