Serving 768 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ellis Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ellis Elementary School's student population of 768 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
768 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Rankings
Ellis Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellis Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#2213 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellis Elementary School's ranking?
Ellis Elementary School is ranked #2213 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ellis Elementary School often compared to?
Ellis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Braly Elementary School, Ponderosa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ellis Elementary School?
768 students attend Ellis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Ellis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellis Elementary School?
Ellis Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ellis Elementary School offer ?
Ellis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ellis Elementary School part of?
Ellis Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellis Elementary School located?
Ellis Elementary School is located in the Heritage District neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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