Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Schallenberger 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Schallenberger Elementary serves the northwest part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Schallenberger Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Schallenberger Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Schallenberger 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 Schallenberger Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2127 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Hunter Green
School Mascot
Seymour Nightly
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Schallenberger Elementary School's ranking?
Schallenberger Elementary School is ranked #2127 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Schallenberger Elementary School often compared to?
Schallenberger Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booksin Elementary School, Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Schallenberger Elementary School?
509 students attend Schallenberger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Schallenberger Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Schallenberger Elementary School?
Schallenberger Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Schallenberger Elementary School offer ?
Schallenberger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Schallenberger Elementary School part of?
Schallenberger Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Schallenberger Elementary School located?
Schallenberger Elementary School is located in the Schallenberger neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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