Very Good
#2391 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Based on limited data
Abram Agnew Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
3534 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95134
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
401
Student-Teacher
22.3:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,391 of 9,539
In San Jose
#66 of 223
public schools
In district
#20 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Abram Agnew Elementary
Abram Agnew Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Abram Agnew Elementary serves approximately 401 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Abram Agnew Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,391 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Abram Agnew Elementary show 50% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Abram Agnew Elementary runs 22.3:1 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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Abram Agnew Elementary — Students at Abram Agnew Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Abram Agnew Elementary Compares
See how Abram Agnew Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3534 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Abram Agnew Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Don Callejon (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orchard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Montague Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dolores Huerta Middle San Jose | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 0.2 mi | — |
| Don Callejon Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| Montague Elementary Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| North Valley Baptist School Santa Clara | 1.6 mi | — |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| RISE ACADEMY San Jose | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Stratford Milpitas Corning Milpitas | 1.8 mi | — |
| LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI Milpitas | 1.9 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milpitas | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Mabel Mattos Elementary Milpitas | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Kathryn Hughes Elementary Santa Clara | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Orchard Elementary San Jose | 2.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas | 2.0 mi | — |
| Stratford Milpitas Great Mall Milpitas | 2.1 mi | — |
| Santa Clara County Community San Jose | 2.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Clara County Court San Jose | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Clara County Special Education San Jose | 2.3 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$196,847
Median Home Value
$371,200
Median Rent
$3,272/mo
Population
30,255
College Educated
77.3%
Homeownership
13.4%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
31.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA | 7.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 7.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark, CA | 7.6 |
| Blossom Valley Elementary El Cajon, CA | 7.6 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara, CA | 7.6 |
| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Abram Agnew Elementary
What grades does Abram Agnew Elementary serve?
Abram Agnew Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Abram Agnew Elementary?
Abram Agnew Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 401 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Abram Agnew Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Abram Agnew Elementary is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Abram Agnew Elementary rank in CA?
Abram Agnew Elementary ranks #2,391 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Abram Agnew Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Abram Agnew Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Abram Agnew Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Abram Agnew Elementary has 50% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Abram Agnew Elementary a charter school?
No, Abram Agnew Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Abram Agnew Elementary a Title I school?
No, Abram Agnew Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Abram Agnew Elementary?
25.9% of students at Abram Agnew 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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- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 401
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.7%
- Phone
- (408) 669-4100
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #20 of 28
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