Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Santee Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Santee Elementary serves the northern part of San Jose, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a driving distance of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santee Elementary School's student population of 318 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Santee Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santee Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#8812 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santee Elementary School's ranking?
Santee Elementary School is ranked #8812 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Santee Elementary School often compared to?
Santee Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grant Elementary School, Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santee Elementary School?
318 students attend Santee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Santee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santee Elementary School?
Santee Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santee Elementary School offer ?
Santee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Santee Elementary School part of?
Santee Elementary School is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Santee Elementary School located?
Santee Elementary School is located in the Greater Santee neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Greater Santee.
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