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#6489 of 9,539 schools in CA
Almaden Elementary
Elementary School · San Jose Unified
1295 Dentwood Dr., San Jose, CA 95118
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher
19.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,489 of 9,539
In San Jose
#145 of 223
public schools
In district
#24 of 41
San Jose Unified
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Almaden Elementary
Almaden Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of San Jose Unified. Almaden Elementary serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Almaden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,489 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Almaden Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Almaden Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Almaden Elementary — Students at Almaden Elementary score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.4/10.
How Almaden Elementary Compares
See how Almaden Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1295 Dentwood Dr., San Jose, CA 95118
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Almaden Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Los Alamitos Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reed Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lietz Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer High San Jose | 0.3 mi | 7.5 |
| THE LEARNING COMPANY & ACADEMY San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| SECOND START-PINE HILL SCHOOL San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Pine Hill School (Second Start Learning Disabilities) San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| John Muir Middle San Jose | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Broadway High San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Stratford School-Almaden San Jose | 0.7 mi | — |
| Branham High San Jose | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Cambrian Academy San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Reed Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Dartmouth Middle San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Hacienda Science/Environmental Magnet San Jose | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Lietz Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Liberty Alternative San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Los Alamitos Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Delight Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | — |
| CHAMPION SCHOOL San Jose | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Terrell Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL San Jose | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| STRATFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95118 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,438
Median Home Value
$1,377,000
Median Rent
$2,488/mo
Population
31,831
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| Arrowhead Elementary San Bernardino, CA | 5.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Westminster, CA | 5.5 |
| Barstow Fine Arts Academy Barstow, CA | 5.5 |
| Bella Mente Montessori Academy Vista, CA | 5.5 |
| Centerville Elementary Sanger, CA | 5.5 |
| Chapman Hills Elementary Orange, CA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Almaden Elementary
What grades does Almaden Elementary serve?
Almaden Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Almaden Elementary?
Almaden Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Almaden Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Almaden Elementary is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Almaden Elementary rank in CA?
Almaden Elementary ranks #6,489 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Almaden Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Almaden Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Almaden Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Almaden Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Almaden Elementary a charter school?
No, Almaden Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Almaden Elementary a Title I school?
No, Almaden Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Almaden Elementary?
75.0% of students at Almaden 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
- 312
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (408) 535-6207
Resources & Links
District
San Jose Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,059
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,909
- District Rank
- #24 of 41
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