Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Manuel De Vargas 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 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Manuel De Vargas Elementary serves the eastern part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manuel De Vargas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Manuel De Vargas Elementary School's student population of 379 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
379 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1917
School Rankings
Manuel De Vargas 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 Manuel De Vargas Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1459 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
49%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Manuel De Vargas Elementary School's ranking?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary School is ranked #1459 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Manuel De Vargas Elementary School often compared to?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Easterbrook Discovery by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Manuel De Vargas Elementary School?
379 students attend Manuel De Vargas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Manuel De Vargas Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manuel De Vargas Elementary School?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Manuel De Vargas Elementary School offer ?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Manuel De Vargas Elementary School part of?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Manuel De Vargas Elementary School located?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary School is located in the Mitty neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break- No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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