Very Good
#2005 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Central Park Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
2720 Sonoma Pl., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
20.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,005 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#13 of 23
public schools
In district
#16 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Central Park Elementary
Central Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Central Park Elementary serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,005 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Central Park Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Central Park Elementary runs 20.9:1 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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Central Park Elementary — Students at Central Park Elementary score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
19.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 18 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: 7.3/10.
How Central Park Elementary Compares
See how Central Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2720 Sonoma Pl., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Central Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millikin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Westwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JUSTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.3 mi | 4.7 |
| St. Justin Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S WORLD BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | — |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | — |
| C. W. Haman Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Millikin Elementary Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Bowers Elementary Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Juan Cabrillo Middle Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Sutter Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO ACADEMY Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Briarwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | — |
| Westwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Wilson Alternative Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Scott Lane Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Central Park Elementary
What grades does Central Park Elementary serve?
Central Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Central Park Elementary?
Central Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Central Park Elementary is 20.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Central Park Elementary rank in CA?
Central Park Elementary ranks #2,005 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Central Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Central Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Central Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Park Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Central Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Central Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Central Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Central Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Central Park Elementary?
19.6% of students at Central Park 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
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 19.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (408) 423-4400
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #16 of 28
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