Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farnham Charter ranks in the top 20% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Farnham Charter serves a 1.3 square mile area in the southwest part of San Jose, CA, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 0.7 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point of the attendance zone is approximately 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farnham Charter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Farnham Charter's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Farnham Charter 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 Farnham Charter is 0.76, 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
#1086 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Farnham Charter's ranking?
Farnham Charter is ranked #1086 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Farnham Charter often compared to?
Farnham Charteris often viewed alongside schools like Fammatre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Farnham Charter?
372 students attend Farnham Charter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Farnham Charter students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farnham Charter?
Farnham Charter has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Farnham Charter offer ?
Farnham Charter offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Farnham Charter part of?
Farnham Charter is part of Cambrian School District.
In what neighborhood is Farnham Charter located?
Farnham Charter is located in the Farnham neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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