Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chester W. Nimitz 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 58% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chester W. Nimitz Elementary serves the northeast part of Sunnyvale, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School's student population of 350 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Chester W. Nimitz 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 Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1870 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School's ranking?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School is ranked #1870 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School often compared to?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Louis E. Stocklmeir 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School?
350 students attend Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School offer ?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School part of?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School located?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary School is located in the Nimitz neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School/Min. Day
June 04, 2027 (Friday)
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