Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-8, River Glen ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to 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 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
River Glen's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
463 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Value Respect Include Everyone Serve Others Accept Responsibility
School Rankings
River Glen ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Glen is 0.29, 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
#3228 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Glen's ranking?
River Glen is ranked #3228 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are River Glen often compared to?
River Glenis often viewed alongside schools like Gardner Elementary School, Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 River Glen?
463 students attend River Glen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of River Glen students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River Glen?
River Glen has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does River Glen offer ?
River Glen offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is River Glen part of?
River Glen is part of San Jose Unified School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This school has gotten a bit worse in staff and teaching, the staff are less attentive to kids and they definitely don't keep their promises.
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