Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mission San Jose Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mission San Jose Elementary serves the eastern part of Fremont, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.5 square miles, with most families typically living within a 5-10 minute drive. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mission San Jose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mission San Jose Elementary School's student population of 436 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1852
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mission San Jose Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mission San Jose Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#45 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1994–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
86%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mission San Jose Elementary School's ranking?
Mission San Jose Elementary School is ranked #45 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mission San Jose Elementary School often compared to?
Mission San Jose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mission Valley Elementary School, John Gomes Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mission San Jose Elementary School?
436 students attend Mission San Jose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Mission San Jose Elementary School students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mission San Jose Elementary School?
Mission San Jose Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission San Jose Elementary School offer ?
Mission San Jose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mission San Jose Elementary School part of?
Mission San Jose Elementary School is part of Fremont Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mission San Jose Elementary School located?
Mission San Jose Elementary School is located in the Mission San Jose neighborhood of Fremont, CA.
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