Serving 836 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Merritt Trace 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merritt Trace Elementary School's student population of 836 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merritt Trace Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merritt Trace Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#5393 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merritt Trace Elementary School's ranking?
Merritt Trace Elementary School is ranked #5393 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Merritt Trace Elementary School often compared to?
Merritt Trace Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Glen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Merritt Trace Elementary School?
836 students attend Merritt Trace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Merritt Trace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merritt Trace Elementary School?
Merritt Trace Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merritt Trace Elementary School offer ?
Merritt Trace Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Merritt Trace Elementary School part of?
Merritt Trace Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Merritt Trace Elementary School located?
Merritt Trace 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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