Oak Ridge Elementary School

5920 Bufkin Dr.
San Jose, CA 95123
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 508 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Top 30% in CA
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Oak Ridge Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Oak Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Ridge Elementary School is 0.72, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#2438 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
46%
34%
56%
47%
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.72
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oak Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is ranked #2438 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor (Bertha) Elementary School, Frost (Earl) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School?
508 students attend Oak Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Oak Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Ridge Elementary School?
Oak Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Oak Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Oak Ridge Elementary School part of?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is part of Oak Grove Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Ridge Elementary School located?
Oak Ridge Elementary School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Jose.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 508 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 81%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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