Needs Improvement
#8646 of 9,539 schools in CA
A. J. Dorsa Elementary
Elementary School · Alum Rock Union Elementary
1290 Bal Harbor Dr., San Jose, CA 95122
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
20.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,646 of 9,539
In San Jose
#200 of 223
public schools
In district
#20 of 22
Alum Rock Union Elementary
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About A. J. Dorsa Elementary
A. J. Dorsa Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Alum Rock Union Elementary.
A. J. Dorsa Elementary serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. J. Dorsa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #8,646 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for A. J. Dorsa Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
A. J. Dorsa Elementary runs 20.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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A. J. Dorsa Elementary — Students at A. J. Dorsa Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How A. J. Dorsa Elementary Compares
See how A. J. Dorsa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1290 Bal Harbor Dr., San Jose, CA 95122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. J. Dorsa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Adelante Dual Language Academy II (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Early Learning Center (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KIPP Heartwood Academy San Jose | 0.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy San Jose | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy II San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Renaissance Academy San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Sylvia Cassell Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 3.5 |
| O. S. Hubbard Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| ACE Empower Academy San Jose | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Apollo High San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Donald J. Meyer Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Cesar Chavez Early Learning Center San Jose | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Alpha Cindy Avitia High San Jose | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Renaissance at Mathson San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| William C. Overfelt High San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Rocketship Si Se Puede Academy Redwood City | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Most Holy Trinity School San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose | 0.9 mi | 2.5 |
| Alpha: Blanca Alvarado San Jose | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Santee Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,406
Median Home Value
$838,900
Median Rent
$2,424/mo
Population
52,206
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
36.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. J. Dorsa Elementary
What grades does A. J. Dorsa Elementary serve?
A. J. Dorsa Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend A. J. Dorsa Elementary?
A. J. Dorsa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. J. Dorsa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at A. J. Dorsa Elementary is 20.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. J. Dorsa Elementary rank in CA?
A. J. Dorsa Elementary ranks #8,646 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is A. J. Dorsa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
A. J. Dorsa Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. J. Dorsa Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. J. Dorsa Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is A. J. Dorsa Elementary a charter school?
No, A. J. Dorsa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. J. Dorsa Elementary a Title I school?
No, A. J. Dorsa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. J. Dorsa Elementary?
87.1% of students at A. J. Dorsa Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.4%
- Phone
- (408) 928-7400
Resources & Links
District
Alum Rock Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 7,367
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,244
- District Rank
- #20 of 22
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