Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ledesma (Rita) Elementary serves the eastern part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, Do Your Personal Best
School Rankings
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School's ranking?
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School is ranked #1960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School often compared to?
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Teresa Elementary School, Silver Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School?
426 students attend Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School?
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School offer ?
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School part of?
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School is part of Oak Grove Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School located?
Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Jose.
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