Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ernesto Galarza Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ernesto Galarza Elementary serves the northern part of San Jose, CA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
322 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ernesto Galarza Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#8848 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Ernesto Galarza Elementary School's ranking?
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School is ranked #8848 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ernesto Galarza Elementary School often compared to?
Ernesto Galarza Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ernesto Galarza Elementary School?
322 students attend Ernesto Galarza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ernesto Galarza Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ernesto Galarza Elementary School?
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ernesto Galarza Elementary School offer ?
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ernesto Galarza Elementary School part of?
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ernesto Galarza Elementary School located?
Ernesto Galarza Elementary School is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Willow Glen.
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