Serving 269 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bracher Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bracher Elementary serves the southern part of Santa Clara, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bracher Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We ROAR... Go Bobcats!
School Rankings
Bracher Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bracher Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#3143 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
21%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bracher Elementary School's ranking?
Bracher Elementary School is ranked #3143 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bracher Elementary School often compared to?
Bracher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bowers Elementary School, Briarwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bracher Elementary School?
269 students attend Bracher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bracher Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bracher Elementary School?
Bracher Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bracher Elementary School offer ?
Bracher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bracher Elementary School part of?
Bracher Elementary School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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