Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lyndale Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lyndale Elementary serves the west part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lyndale Elementary School's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
275 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
Lyndale Lions Love to Learn
School Rankings
Lyndale Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyndale Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Khaki, Dark Green, and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyndale Elementary School's ranking?
Lyndale Elementary School is ranked #7478 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lyndale Elementary School often compared to?
Lyndale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millard Mccollam Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lyndale Elementary School?
275 students attend Lyndale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lyndale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyndale Elementary School?
Lyndale Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lyndale Elementary School offer ?
Lyndale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lyndale Elementary School part of?
Lyndale Elementary School is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Lyndale Elementary School located?
Lyndale Elementary School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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