Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Park Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central Park Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2016
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing curious and engaged students.
School Rankings
Central Park Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Park Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1668 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Park Elementary School's ranking?
Central Park Elementary School is ranked #1668 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Central Park Elementary School often compared to?
Central Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurelwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Central Park Elementary School?
419 students attend Central Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Central Park Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Park Elementary School?
Central Park Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Park Elementary School offer ?
Central Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Central Park Elementary School part of?
Central Park Elementary School is part of Santa Clara Unified School District.
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