Serving 625 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet's student population of 625 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet 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
#1560 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet's ranking?
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet is ranked #1560 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet often compared to?
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School, Schallenberger Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet?
625 students attend Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet?
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet offer ?
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet part of?
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet located?
Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet is located in the Valley View Reed neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
School Reviews
5 8/10/2019
Great school! Wonderful staff and parent community. Love the environmental focus and specialty programs that are offered at this school (music, science, art vista).
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