Excellent
#535 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 6% in state
Don Callejon
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
1889 Lawrence Rd., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#535 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#7 of 23
public schools
In district
#6 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Don Callejon
Elementary School in Santa Clara · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Don Callejon
Don Callejon is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Don Callejon serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Don Callejon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #535 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Don Callejon show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Don Callejon — Students at Don Callejon score 60% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 9.0/10.
How Don Callejon Compares
See how Don Callejon performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1889 Lawrence Rd., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Don Callejon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairwood Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Sunnyvale), with a very similar rating. Another option is George Mayne Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Alviso), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Orchard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby San Jose), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Valley Baptist School Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | — |
| Montague Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Dolores Huerta Middle San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Kathryn Hughes Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Granada Islamic Santa Clara | 1.6 mi | — |
| GRANADA ISLAMIC SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| RISE ACADEMY San Jose | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| George Mayne Elementary Alviso | 2.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Mission Early College High Santa Clara | 2.0 mi | 9.5 |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 2.2 mi | — |
| Scott Lane Elementary Santa Clara | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Bracher Elementary Santa Clara | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Fairwood Elementary Sunnyvale | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Pearl Zanker Elementary Milpitas | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Orchard Elementary San Jose | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Juan Cabrillo Middle Santa Clara | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI Milpitas | 2.9 mi | — |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almond Elementary Los Altos, CA | 8.8 |
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA | 8.8 |
| Austin Creek Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 8.8 |
| Aveson School of Leaders Altadena, CA | 8.8 |
| Bollinger Canyon Elementary San Ramon, CA | 8.8 |
| Brookvale Elementary Fremont, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Don Callejon
What grades does Don Callejon serve?
Don Callejon serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Don Callejon?
Don Callejon has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Don Callejon?
The student-teacher ratio at Don Callejon is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Don Callejon rank in CA?
Don Callejon ranks #535 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Don Callejon's MySchoolScout rating?
Don Callejon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Don Callejon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Don Callejon has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Don Callejon a charter school?
No, Don Callejon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Don Callejon a Title I school?
No, Don Callejon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Don Callejon?
20.4% of students at Don Callejon 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.8%
- Phone
- (408) 423-3300
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #6 of 28
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