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#5341 of 9,539 schools in CA
Bishop Elementary
Elementary School · Sunnyvale
450 North Sunnyvale Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Student-Teacher
19.4:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,341 of 9,539
In Sunnyvale
#18 of 18
public schools
In district
#10 of 10
Sunnyvale
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Bishop Elementary
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About Bishop Elementary
Bishop Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunnyvale, CA, part of Sunnyvale. Bishop Elementary serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Bishop Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,341 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bishop Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Bishop Elementary — Students at Bishop Elementary score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 5.6/10.
How Bishop Elementary Compares
See how Bishop Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
450 North Sunnyvale Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bishop Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cumberland Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Braly Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sunnyvale, see our Sunnyvale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia Middle Sunnyvale | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Pacific Autism Center for Education - San Aleso Campus Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE KING'S ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| RAINBOW MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Rainbow Montessori Sunnyvale | 0.8 mi | — |
| San Miguel Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Ellis Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Helios School Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | — |
| Stratford School Washington Park Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | — |
| LITTLE TREE MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | — |
| Braly Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Lakewood Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Vargas Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| SUNNYVALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Sunnyvale | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cumberland Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| CHAMPION KINDER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 2.0 mi | — |
| Fremont High Sunnyvale | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Fairwood Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$183,563
Median Home Value
$1,534,500
Median Rent
$3,187/mo
Population
23,159
College Educated
62.2%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
21.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Median Age
32.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bishop Elementary
What grades does Bishop Elementary serve?
Bishop Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Bishop Elementary?
Bishop Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bishop Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bishop Elementary is 19.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bishop Elementary rank in CA?
Bishop Elementary ranks #5,341 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bishop Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bishop Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Bishop Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bishop Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bishop Elementary a charter school?
No, Bishop Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bishop Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bishop Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bishop Elementary?
44.4% of students at Bishop 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
- 446
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (408) 522-8229
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyvale- District Enrollment
- 5,618
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,127
- District Rank
- #10 of 10
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