Excellent
#1528 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 16% in state
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary
Elementary School · Cupertino Union
545 East Cheyenne Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
399
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,528 of 9,539
In Sunnyvale
#9 of 18
public schools
In district
#18 of 23
Cupertino Union
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Chester W. Nimitz Elementary
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunnyvale, CA, part of Cupertino Union. Chester W.
Nimitz Elementary serves approximately 399 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Chester W. Nimitz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,528 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Chester W. Nimitz Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary runs 23.5:1 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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Chester W. Nimitz Elementary — Students at Chester W. Nimitz Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.1%
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.
* 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: 8.4/10.
How Chester W. Nimitz Elementary Compares
See how Chester W. Nimitz Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
545 East Cheyenne Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94087
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chester W. Nimitz Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cumberland Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Garden Gate Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Cupertino), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sunnyvale, see our Sunnyvale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RESURRECTION SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Community Day Sunnyvale | 0.4 mi | — |
| Fremont High Sunnyvale | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| DELOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 0.5 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Sunnyvale Sunnyvale | 0.6 mi | — |
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF SILICON VALLEY Sunnyvale | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| The French American School of Silicon Valley Sunnyvale | 0.5 mi | — |
| Louis E. Stocklmeir Elementary Sunnyvale | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| CHAMPION KINDER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 0.8 mi | — |
| Homestead High Cupertino | 1.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Garden Gate Elementary Cupertino | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SUNNYVALE DE ANZA PARK Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Sam H. Lawson Middle Cupertino | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Cumberland Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| SOUTH PENINSULA HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Sunnyvale Middle Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| South Peninsula Hebrew Day School Sunnyvale | 1.2 mi | — |
| Helios School Sunnyvale | 1.5 mi | — |
| Cupertino Middle Sunnyvale | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| ST JOSEPH OF CUPERTINO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cupertino | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94087 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$200,778
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,222/mo
Population
58,126
College Educated
76.6%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
38
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chester W. Nimitz Elementary
What grades does Chester W. Nimitz Elementary serve?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Chester W. Nimitz Elementary?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 399 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chester W. Nimitz Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Chester W. Nimitz Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chester W. Nimitz Elementary rank in CA?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary ranks #1,528 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Chester W. Nimitz Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Chester W. Nimitz Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chester W. Nimitz Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary a charter school?
No, Chester W. Nimitz Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chester W. Nimitz Elementary a Title I school?
No, Chester W. Nimitz Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chester W. Nimitz Elementary?
48.1% of students at Chester W. Nimitz 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
- 399
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.6%
- Phone
- (408) 736-2180
Resources & Links
District
Cupertino Union- District Enrollment
- 13,587
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,193
- District Rank
- #18 of 23
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