Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Noddin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Noddin 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
Diversity
School Overview
Noddin Elementary School's student population of 522 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Noddin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Noddin Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#704 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noddin Elementary School's ranking?
Noddin Elementary School is ranked #704 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Noddin Elementary School often compared to?
Noddin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oster Elementary School, Guadalupe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Noddin Elementary School?
522 students attend Noddin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Noddin Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Noddin Elementary School?
Noddin Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Noddin Elementary School offer ?
Noddin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Noddin Elementary School part of?
Noddin Elementary School is part of Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Noddin Elementary School located?
Noddin Elementary School is located in the Noddin and Leigh neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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