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#4703 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Garden Village Elementary
Elementary School · Jefferson Elementary
208 Garden Ln., Colma, CA 94015
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,703 of 9,539
In Colma
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#9 of 14
Jefferson Elementary
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Garden Village Elementary
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About Garden Village Elementary
Garden Village Elementary is a public elementary school in Colma, CA, part of Jefferson Elementary. Garden Village Elementary serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden Village Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,703 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Garden Village Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Garden Village Elementary runs 21.1:1 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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Garden Village Elementary — Students at Garden Village Elementary score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.0/10.
How Garden Village Elementary Compares
See how Garden Village Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
208 Garden Ln., Colma, CA 94015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden Village Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Daly City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas Edison Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Daly City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Colma, see our Colma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Intermediate Colma | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Margaret Pauline Brown Elementary Daly City | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Westlake Elementary Daly City | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Jefferson High Daly City | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary Daly City | 0.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Westmoor High Daly City | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| HOPE LUTHERAN DAY SCHOOL Daly City | 0.9 mi | — |
| HOLY ANGELS SCHOOL Colma | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Thornton High Daly City | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Woodrow Wilson Elementary Daly City | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Daniel Webster Elementary Daly City | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ST THOMAS MORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Fernando Rivera Intermediate Daly City | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| The Brandeis School of San Francisco San Francisco | 1.3 mi | — |
| Thomas Edison Elementary Daly City | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THE BRANDEIS SCHOOL OF SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| KZV ARMENIAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| KZV Armenian School San Francisco | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hilldale School Daly City | 1.1 mi | — |
| Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Daly City | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,552
Median Home Value
$1,152,900
Median Rent
$2,760/mo
Population
64,121
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden Village Elementary
What grades does Garden Village Elementary serve?
Garden Village Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Garden Village Elementary?
Garden Village Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden Village Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden Village Elementary is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden Village Elementary rank in CA?
Garden Village Elementary ranks #4,703 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Garden Village Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden Village Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Garden Village Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden Village Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Garden Village Elementary a charter school?
No, Garden Village Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden Village Elementary a Title I school?
No, Garden Village Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden Village Elementary?
65.0% of students at Garden Village 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
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Mateo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (650) 991-1233
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,922
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,819
- District Rank
- #9 of 14
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