Serving 282 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canoas 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canoas Elementary serves the northern part of San Jose, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Canoas Elementary School's student population of 282 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canoas 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 Canoas Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canoas Elementary School's ranking?
Canoas Elementary School is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canoas Elementary School?
282 students attend Canoas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Canoas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% 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 Canoas Elementary School?
Canoas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canoas Elementary School offer ?
Canoas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Canoas Elementary School part of?
Canoas Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canoas Elementary School located?
Canoas Elementary School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Jose.
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