Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Joseph Weller Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph Weller Elementary serves the western part of Milpitas, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Weller Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph Weller Elementary School's student population of 412 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph Weller 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 Joseph Weller Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1029 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2004–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
72%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
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)14.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Joseph Weller Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Weller Elementary School is ranked #1029 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joseph Weller Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Weller Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Curtner Elementary School, Marshall Pomeroy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Weller Elementary School?
412 students attend Joseph Weller Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Joseph Weller Elementary School students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Weller Elementary School?
Joseph Weller Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joseph Weller Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Weller Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Joseph Weller Elementary School part of?
Joseph Weller Elementary School is part of Milpitas Unified School District.
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