Excellent
#1150 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 12% in state
Briarwood Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
1930 Townsend Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,150 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#10 of 23
public schools
In district
#12 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Briarwood Elementary
Briarwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Briarwood Elementary serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Briarwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Briarwood Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Briarwood Elementary runs 20.5:1 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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Briarwood Elementary — Students at Briarwood Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 8.7/10.
How Briarwood Elementary Compares
See how Briarwood Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1930 Townsend Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Briarwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurelwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Ponderosa Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Central Park Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| St. Lawrence School Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST LAWRENCE ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Adrian Wilcox High Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| New Valley Continuation High Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SANTA CLARA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Juan Cabrillo Middle Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | — |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTICELLO ACADEMY Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | — |
| SILICON VALLEY ACADEMY Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Marian A. Peterson Middle Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$185,632
Median Home Value
$1,623,600
Median Rent
$3,054/mo
Population
61,345
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BROOKFIELD SCHOOL Sacramento, CA | 8.3 |
| Cottonwood Creek Charter Cottonwood, CA | 8.3 |
| Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.3 |
| ESCUELA BILINGUE INTERNACIONAL Oakland, CA | 8.3 |
| Garden Valley Elementary Sacramento, CA | 8.3 |
| Garfield Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Briarwood Elementary
What grades does Briarwood Elementary serve?
Briarwood Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Briarwood Elementary?
Briarwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Briarwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Briarwood Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Briarwood Elementary rank in CA?
Briarwood Elementary ranks #1,150 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Briarwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Briarwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Briarwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Briarwood Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Briarwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Briarwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Briarwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Briarwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Briarwood Elementary?
42.7% of students at Briarwood 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
- 267
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.5%
- Phone
- (408) 423-1300
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #12 of 28
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