Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower 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 96% 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: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary serves the southwest part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
It starts with ME!
School Rankings
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School 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 Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#3995 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
33%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School's ranking?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School is ranked #3995 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School often compared to?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen At Steinbeck, Ramblewood Elementary School, College Connection Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School?
508 students attend Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School offer ?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School part of?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School is part of Franklin-Mckinley Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School located?
Shirakawa (George Sr.) 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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