Silver Oak Elementary School

5000 Farnsworth Dr.
San Jose, CA 95138
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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10/
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Top 5%
Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Silver Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 469 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Top 5% in CA
  • : 84% (Top 5%)
  • : 86% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : Silver Oak Elementary serves the southeast part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Silver Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Silver Oak Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students

Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data

School Rankings

Silver Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Oak Elementary School is 0.46, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#122 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)

Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data

84%
34%

Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data

86%
47%
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data

Asian
72%
12%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data

Hispanic
8%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data

Black
1%
5%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data

White
14%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data

Two or more races
5%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
86%
0.46

Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data

(22-23)
14.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing

Sports

School Mascot
Sabercats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Silver Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Oak Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Silver Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tom Matsumoto Elementary School, James Franklin Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Silver Oak Elementary School?
469 students attend Silver Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Silver Oak Elementary School students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Oak Elementary School?
Silver Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Oak Elementary School offer ?
Silver Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Silver Oak Elementary School part of?
Silver Oak Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Oak Elementary School located?
Silver Oak Elementary School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.

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Event
Date
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November 20, 2026 (Friday)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 469 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 86%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 84% (Top 5%)
  • : 86% (Top 5%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 5%)
  • : Silver Oak Elementary serves the southeast part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 9.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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