Graystone Elementary School

6982 Shearwater Dr.
San Jose, CA 95120
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 466 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Graystone Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Top 5% in CA
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 86% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Graystone Elementary School's student population of 466 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
466 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Graystone Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graystone Elementary School is 0.65, 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)
#166 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
81%
34%
86%
47%
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.65
(22-23)
12%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
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 Graystone Elementary School's ranking?
Graystone Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Graystone Elementary School often compared to?
Graystone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Graystone Elementary School?
466 students attend Graystone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Graystone Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graystone Elementary School?
Graystone Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Graystone Elementary School offer ?
Graystone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Graystone Elementary School part of?
Graystone Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Graystone Elementary School located?
Graystone Elementary School is located in the Almaden neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Almaden.

School Reviews

3   10/10/2025
Graystone is a great school.We have fun activities
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Brianna
5   10/10/2025
Great School! Teachers and support staff are caring. Principal is wonderful - very nice, helpful and has positive energy around the students. The other parents are great too - good sense of community.
- Posted by Parent - TJ

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 466 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 73%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • : 86% (Top 5%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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