Very Good
#2338 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Anthony Spangler Elementary
Elementary School · Milpitas Unified
140 North Abbott, Milpitas, CA 95035
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,338 of 9,539
In Milpitas
#9 of 15
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
Milpitas Unified
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Anthony Spangler Elementary
Anthony Spangler Elementary is a public elementary school in Milpitas, CA, part of Milpitas Unified. Anthony Spangler Elementary serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Anthony Spangler Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,338 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Anthony Spangler Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Anthony Spangler Elementary runs 24.9:1 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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Anthony Spangler Elementary — Students at Anthony Spangler Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.5%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Anthony Spangler Elementary Compares
See how Anthony Spangler Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
140 North Abbott, Milpitas, CA 95035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Anthony Spangler Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Curtner Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marshall Pomeroy Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Joseph Weller Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milpitas, see our Milpitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI Milpitas | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milpitas | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Stratford Milpitas Corning Milpitas | 0.5 mi | — |
| Curtner Elementary Milpitas | 0.7 mi | 8.7 |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 0.9 mi | — |
| Stratford Milpitas Beresford Square Milpitas | 0.8 mi | — |
| CRESCENT MONTESSORI Milpitas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Milpitas High Milpitas | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Marshall Pomeroy Elementary Milpitas | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 1.5 mi | — |
| Milpitas Middle College High Milpitas | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Russell Middle Milpitas | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas | 1.7 mi | — |
| GOLDEN HARVEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milpitas | 1.9 mi | — |
| Stratford Milpitas Great Mall Milpitas | 1.7 mi | — |
| Joseph Weller Elementary Milpitas | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Mabel Mattos Elementary Milpitas | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$176,723
Median Home Value
$1,180,700
Median Rent
$3,110/mo
Population
78,479
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
36.4
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| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 7.6 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 7.6 |
| Arma J. Shull Elementary San Dimas, CA | 7.6 |
| Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Anthony Spangler Elementary
What grades does Anthony Spangler Elementary serve?
Anthony Spangler Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Anthony Spangler Elementary?
Anthony Spangler Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Anthony Spangler Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Anthony Spangler Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Anthony Spangler Elementary rank in CA?
Anthony Spangler Elementary ranks #2,338 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Anthony Spangler Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Anthony Spangler 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 Anthony Spangler Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Anthony Spangler Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Anthony Spangler Elementary a charter school?
No, Anthony Spangler Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Anthony Spangler Elementary a Title I school?
No, Anthony Spangler Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Anthony Spangler Elementary?
33.5% of students at Anthony Spangler 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 623
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.7%
- Phone
- (408) 635-2870
Resources & Links
District
Milpitas Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,199
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,894
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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