Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School 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 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jose Antonio Vargas 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
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jose Antonio Vargas 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
#1361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School's ranking?
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School is ranked #1361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School often compared to?
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevenson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School?
368 students attend Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School?
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School offer ?
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School part of?
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary School is part of Mountain View Whisman School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I Go to this school, Life is good here. Also, lunch and snacks are really good, such as P.E. is a good thing I love school.
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