Serving 829 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 829 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Merritt Trace Elementary serves the northwest part of San Jose, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merritt Trace Elementary School's student population of 829 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
829 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merritt Trace 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 Merritt Trace Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#5126 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tiger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merritt Trace Elementary School's ranking?
Merritt Trace Elementary School is ranked #5126 out of 9,523 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
829 students attend Merritt Trace Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Merritt Trace Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 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 22:1, which is higher than 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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