Excellent
#462 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 5% in state
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary
Elementary School · Cupertino Union
277 Rodonovan Dr., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
413
Student-Teacher
22.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#462 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#5 of 23
public schools
In district
#8 of 23
Cupertino Union
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary
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About Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Cupertino Union. Dwight D.
Eisenhower Elementary serves approximately 413 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #462 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary runs 22.9:1 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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Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary — Students at Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
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.
* 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: 9.2/10.
How Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Compares
See how Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
277 Rodonovan Dr., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurelwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Millikin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sutter Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sutter Elementary Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| STARBRIGHT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.6 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO ACADEMY Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | — |
| Millikin Elementary Santa Clara | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | — |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | — |
| QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Queen of Apostles School San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| ARCHBISHOP MITTY HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Archbishop Mitty High San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S WORLD BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | — |
| Challenger School - Strawberry Park San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Manuel De Vargas Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST JUSTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| St. Justin Santa Clara | 1.1 mi | — |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary
What grades does Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary serve?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 413 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary is 22.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary rank in CA?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary ranks #462 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary 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 Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary a charter school?
No, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary?
27.6% of students at Dwight D. Eisenhower 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 413
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (408) 248-4313
Resources & Links
District
Cupertino Union- District Enrollment
- 13,587
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,193
- District Rank
- #8 of 23
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