Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horace Cureton 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Horace Cureton Elementary serves the west part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most living within 0.6 miles of its edges.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horace Cureton Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
254 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horace Cureton 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 Horace Cureton Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#8933 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
87%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 Horace Cureton Elementary School's ranking?
Horace Cureton Elementary School is ranked #8933 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Horace Cureton Elementary School often compared to?
Horace Cureton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linda Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Horace Cureton Elementary School?
254 students attend Horace Cureton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Horace Cureton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Cureton Elementary School?
Horace Cureton Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Horace Cureton Elementary School offer ?
Horace Cureton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Horace Cureton Elementary School part of?
Horace Cureton Elementary School is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Horace Cureton Elementary School located?
Horace Cureton Elementary School is located in the Cureton and Joseph George neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cureton and Joseph George.
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