Cumberland Elementary School

824 Cumberland Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA 94087
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 589 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cumberland Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 589 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Top 10% in CA
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cumberland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Cumberland Elementary School's student population of 589 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
589 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers

School Rankings

Cumberland Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cumberland Elementary School is 0.69, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#700 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
74%
34%
72%
47%
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
13%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.69
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cumberland Elementary School's ranking?
Cumberland Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cumberland Elementary School often compared to?
Cumberland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Chase Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cumberland Elementary School?
589 students attend Cumberland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Cumberland Elementary School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland Elementary School?
Cumberland Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cumberland Elementary School offer ?
Cumberland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cumberland Elementary School part of?
Cumberland Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Cumberland Elementary School located?
Cumberland Elementary School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Sunnyvale West.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 589 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 74% (Top 10%)
  • : 72% (Top 20%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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