Serving 400 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gussie M. Baker Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gussie M. Baker Elementary serves the southern part of San Jose, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School 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
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School's student population of 400 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#645 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
38%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gussie M. Baker Elementary School's ranking?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gussie M. Baker Elementary School often compared to?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hill Elementary School, Country Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gussie M. Baker Elementary School?
400 students attend Gussie M. Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Gussie M. Baker Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gussie M. Baker Elementary School?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gussie M. Baker Elementary School offer ?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gussie M. Baker Elementary School part of?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is part of Moreland School District.
In what neighborhood is Gussie M. Baker Elementary School located?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is located in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in West Valley.
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