Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Santa Teresa Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Teresa 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
Santa Teresa Elementary School's student population of 515 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Santa Teresa Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Teresa Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1394 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
38%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Teresa Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Teresa Elementary School is ranked #1394 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santa Teresa Elementary School often compared to?
Santa Teresa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Taylor (Bertha) Elementary School, Baldwin (Julia) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santa Teresa Elementary School?
515 students attend Santa Teresa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Santa Teresa Elementary School students are Asian, 35% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Teresa Elementary School?
Santa Teresa Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santa Teresa Elementary School offer ?
Santa Teresa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Santa Teresa Elementary School part of?
Santa Teresa Elementary School is part of Oak Grove Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Santa Teresa Elementary School located?
Santa Teresa 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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