Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Blossom Hill 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 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blossom Hill 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
Blossom Hill Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blossom Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blossom Hill Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#280 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
5%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
49%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blossom Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Blossom Hill Elementary School is ranked #280 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Blossom Hill Elementary School often compared to?
Blossom Hill Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louise Van Meter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Blossom Hill Elementary School?
515 students attend Blossom Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Blossom Hill Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blossom Hill Elementary School?
Blossom Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Blossom Hill Elementary School offer ?
Blossom Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Blossom Hill Elementary School part of?
Blossom Hill Elementary School is part of Los Gatos Union Elementary School District.
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