Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Simonds Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Simonds Elementary serves the southern part of San Jose, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simonds 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
School Overview
Simonds Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a safe, positive, equitable school where every student can feel valued, connected and supported by caring adults.
School Rankings
Simonds Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simonds Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#599 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
17%
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)12.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simonds Elementary School's ranking?
Simonds Elementary School is ranked #599 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Simonds Elementary School often compared to?
Simonds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Elementary School, Graystone Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Simonds Elementary School?
480 students attend Simonds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Simonds Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simonds Elementary School?
Simonds Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Simonds Elementary School offer ?
Simonds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Simonds Elementary School part of?
Simonds Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Simonds Elementary School located?
Simonds Elementary School is located in the Almaden neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Almaden.
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