Below Average
#8598 of 9,539 schools in CA
Anne Darling Elementary
Elementary School · San Jose Unified
333 North 33rd St., San Jose, CA 95133
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,598 of 9,539
In San Jose
#197 of 223
public schools
In district
#35 of 41
San Jose Unified
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Anne Darling Elementary
Anne Darling Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of San Jose Unified. Anne Darling Elementary serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Anne Darling Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,598 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Anne Darling Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Anne Darling 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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Anne Darling Elementary — Students at Anne Darling Elementary score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.7%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.1/10.
How Anne Darling Elementary Compares
See how Anne Darling Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
333 North 33rd St., San Jose, CA 95133
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Anne Darling Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lrng in an Urban Comm with High Achievement (L.U.C.H.A.) (rated 6.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cesar Chavez Early Learning Center (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocketship Discovery Prep (rated 5.7/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rocketship Discovery Prep Redwood City | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| CRISTO REY SAN JOSE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School San Jose | 0.5 mi | — |
| Sunrise Middle San Jose | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| ACE Inspire Academy San Jose | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| San Jose High San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Empire Gardens Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Pegasus High San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| ACE Charter High San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| KIPP San Jose Collegiate San Jose | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| San Antonio Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Independence High San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Lrng in an Urban Comm with High Achievement (L.U.C.H.A.) San Jose | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Rocketship Los Suenos Academy Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Selma Olinder Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Cesar Chavez Early Learning Center San Jose | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| STELLAR LEARNING ACADEMY San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep Redwood City | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95133 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,069
Median Home Value
$1,074,300
Median Rent
$2,275/mo
Population
28,561
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
38.1
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| BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord, CA | 4.0 |
| Barack Obama Charter Los Angeles, CA | 4.0 |
| C. Roy Carmichael Elementary Portola, CA | 4.0 |
| Carl Harvey Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anne Darling Elementary
What grades does Anne Darling Elementary serve?
Anne Darling Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Anne Darling Elementary?
Anne Darling Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Anne Darling Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Anne Darling Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Anne Darling Elementary rank in CA?
Anne Darling Elementary ranks #8,598 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Anne Darling Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Anne Darling Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Anne Darling Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Anne Darling Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Anne Darling Elementary a charter school?
No, Anne Darling Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Anne Darling Elementary a Title I school?
No, Anne Darling Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anne Darling Elementary?
77.7% of students at Anne Darling 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
- 273
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (408) 535-6209
Resources & Links
District
San Jose Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,059
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,909
- District Rank
- #35 of 41
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