Excellent
#607 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Curtner Elementary
Elementary School · Milpitas Unified
275 Redwood, Milpitas, CA 95035
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
660
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#607 of 9,539
In Milpitas
#3 of 15
public schools
In district
#3 of 15
Milpitas Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Curtner Elementary
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About Curtner Elementary
Curtner Elementary is a public elementary school in Milpitas, CA, part of Milpitas Unified. Curtner Elementary serves approximately 660 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Curtner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #607 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Curtner Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Curtner Elementary runs 26.4:1 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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Curtner Elementary — Students at Curtner Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.5%
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: 9.3/10.
How Curtner Elementary Compares
See how Curtner Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
275 Redwood, Milpitas, CA 95035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Curtner Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Marshall Pomeroy Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Joseph Weller Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, William Burnett Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Milpitas, see our Milpitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Stratford Milpitas Beresford Square Milpitas | 0.7 mi | — |
| CRESCENT MONTESSORI Milpitas | 0.9 mi | — |
| LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI Milpitas | 1.0 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milpitas | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Milpitas High Milpitas | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Marshall Pomeroy Elementary Milpitas | 1.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Stratford Milpitas Corning Milpitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| GOLDEN HARVEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milpitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| Milpitas Middle College High Milpitas | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas Russell Middle Milpitas | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Joseph Weller Elementary Milpitas | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Calaveras Hills Milpitas | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| William Burnett Elementary Milpitas | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Robert Randall World Languages Milpitas | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas | 2.3 mi | — |
| Stratford Milpitas Great Mall Milpitas | 2.3 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Curtner Elementary
What grades does Curtner Elementary serve?
Curtner Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Curtner Elementary?
Curtner Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 660 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Curtner Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Curtner Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Curtner Elementary rank in CA?
Curtner Elementary ranks #607 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Curtner Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Curtner Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Curtner Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Curtner Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Curtner Elementary a charter school?
No, Curtner Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Curtner Elementary a Title I school?
No, Curtner Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Curtner Elementary?
23.5% of students at Curtner 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
- 660
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.1%
- Phone
- (408) 635-2852
Resources & Links
District
Milpitas Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,199
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,894
- District Rank
- #3 of 15
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