Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Luther Burbank Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower 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-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Luther Burbank Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Luther Burbank Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Luther Burbank Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luther Burbank Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#4469 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Luther Burbank Elementary School's ranking?
Luther Burbank Elementary School is ranked #4469 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Luther Burbank Elementary School often compared to?
Luther Burbank Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherman Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Luther Burbank Elementary School?
426 students attend Luther Burbank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Luther Burbank Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luther Burbank Elementary School?
Luther Burbank Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Luther Burbank Elementary School offer ?
Luther Burbank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Luther Burbank Elementary School part of?
Luther Burbank Elementary School is part of Luther Burbank School District.
In what neighborhood is Luther Burbank Elementary School located?
Luther Burbank Elementary School is located in the Rose Garden neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Rose Garden.
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