Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glen View 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glen View Elementary serves the southwest part of Gilroy, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most homes located about 0.5 miles away from its boundaries.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen View Elementary School's student population of 508 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
508 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Glen View 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 Glen View Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#7371 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen View Elementary School's ranking?
Glen View Elementary School is ranked #7371 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Glen View Elementary School?
508 students attend Glen View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Glen View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen View Elementary School?
Glen View Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Glen View Elementary School offer ?
Glen View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Glen View Elementary School part of?
Glen View Elementary School is part of Gilroy Unified School District.
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