Serving 567 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lietz 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lietz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Lietz Elementary School's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lietz Elementary School 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 Lietz Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1704 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
26%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lietz Elementary School's ranking?
Lietz Elementary School is ranked #1704 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lietz Elementary School often compared to?
Lietz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guadalupe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lietz Elementary School?
567 students attend Lietz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Lietz Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lietz Elementary School?
Lietz Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lietz Elementary School offer ?
Lietz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lietz Elementary School part of?
Lietz Elementary School is part of Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Lietz Elementary School located?
Lietz Elementary School is located in the Kooser neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Kooser.
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