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#4157 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 44% in state

Frost (earl) Elementary

Elementary School · Oak Grove Elementary

530 Gettysburg Dr., San Jose, CA 95123

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

25.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,157 of 9,539

In San Jose

#111 of 223

public schools

In district

#10 of 18

Oak Grove Elementary

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Frost (earl) Elementary

6.7/10

Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Frost (earl) Elementary

Frost (earl) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Oak Grove Elementary. Frost (earl) Elementary serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Frost (earl) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,157 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Frost (earl) Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Frost (earl) Elementary runs 25.2:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-3.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,311
Chronic Absenteeism17.5%

Frost (earl) Elementary — Students at Frost (earl) Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 44.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 53.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
60%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
33.3%
ELA
46.8%
2024
Math
41.9%
ELA
50.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Frost (earl) Elementary Compares

See how Frost (earl) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
56th percentile in CA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

530 Gettysburg Dr., San Jose, CA 95123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frost (earl) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Indigo (rated 7.5/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Del Roble Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oak Ridge Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Indigo San Jose 0.0 mi 7.5
Challenger School - Shawnee San Jose 0.4 mi
Herman (Leonard) Intermediate San Jose 0.5 mi 8.8
APOSTLES LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Jose 0.7 mi 6.9
Del Roble Elementary San Jose 0.7 mi 7.4
Apostles Lutheran San Jose 0.7 mi
Calero High San Jose 0.6 mi 5.9
Phoenix High San Jose 0.9 mi 4.7
Santa Teresa High San Jose 0.9 mi 7.5
Discovery Charter II San Jose 1.0 mi 7.0
Sakamoto Elementary San Jose 1.1 mi 6.8
Summit Public School: Tahoma San Jose 0.9 mi 8.3
Oak Ridge Elementary San Jose 1.0 mi 7.4
Hayes Elementary San Jose 1.2 mi 5.2
Oak Grove High San Jose 1.0 mi 6.7
KINSHIP ACADEMY San Jose 1.0 mi
Allen at Steinbeck San Jose 1.1 mi 4.2
ACTION DAY PRIMARY PLUS ALLEN SCHOOL San Jose 1.2 mi 2.5
Action Day Schools - Allen San Jose 1.2 mi
Gunderson High San Jose 1.3 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$136,364

Median Home Value

$1,108,100

Median Rent

$2,953/mo

Population

70,279

College Educated

44.8%

Homeownership

60.3%

Avg Commute

29.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

37.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frost (earl) Elementary

What grades does Frost (earl) Elementary serve?

Frost (earl) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Frost (earl) Elementary?

Frost (earl) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frost (earl) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Frost (earl) Elementary is 25.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frost (earl) Elementary rank in CA?

Frost (earl) Elementary ranks #4,157 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Frost (earl) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Frost (earl) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Frost (earl) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frost (earl) Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Frost (earl) Elementary a charter school?

No, Frost (earl) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Frost (earl) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Frost (earl) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frost (earl) Elementary?

35.4% of students at Frost (earl) 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher Ratio
25.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Santa Clara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.5%

District

Oak Grove Elementary
District Enrollment
8,714
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,311
District Rank
#10 of 18

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