Excellent
#425 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
J. M. Amador Elementary
Elementary School · Dublin Unified
2100 East Cantara Dr., Dublin, CA 94568
Enrollment
1,000
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,000
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#425 of 9,539
In Dublin
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 12
Dublin Unified
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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J. M. Amador Elementary
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About J. M. Amador Elementary
J. M. Amador Elementary is a public elementary school in Dublin, CA, part of Dublin Unified.
J. M. Amador Elementary serves approximately 1,000 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio.
J. M. Amador Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #425 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for J. M. Amador Elementary show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
J. M. Amador Elementary runs 25:1 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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J. M. Amador Elementary — Students at J. M. Amador Elementary score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
3.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 9.5/10.
How J. M. Amador Elementary Compares
See how J. M. Amador Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2100 East Cantara Dr., Dublin, CA 94568
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering J. M. Amador Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cottonwood Creek (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Harold William Kolb (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Fairlands Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Pleasanton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Dublin, see our Dublin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Creek Dublin | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Harold William Kolb Dublin | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| John Green Elementary Dublin | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Eleanor Murray Fallon Dublin | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| SPRINGFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Dublin | 1.5 mi | — |
| ACTON ACADEMY EAST BAY Livermore | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Acton Academy East Bay Livermore | 1.6 mi | — |
| THE QUARRY LANE SCHOOL Dublin | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| The Quarry Lane School Dublin | 1.6 mi | — |
| King's Classical Academy Livermore | 1.7 mi | — |
| Henry P. Mohr Elementary Pleasanton | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Fairlands Elementary Pleasanton | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| James Dougherty Elementary Dublin | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Alisal Elementary Pleasanton | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Rancho Las Positas Elementary Livermore | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| FUSION ACADEMY PLEASANTON Pleasanton | 3.3 mi | — |
| Fusion Academy Pleasanton Pleasanton | 3.3 mi | — |
| Harvest Park Middle Pleasanton | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Amador Valley High Pleasanton | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| LIVERMORE VALLEY ACADEMY Livermore | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94568 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$205,046
Median Home Value
$1,224,100
Median Rent
$3,174/mo
Population
70,542
College Educated
69.5%
Homeownership
65.1%
Avg Commute
37.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
37.3
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Alta California Elementary Panorama City, CA | 8.8 |
| Cedarlane Academy Hacienda Heights, CA | 8.8 |
| Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.8 |
| Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 8.8 |
| Oster Elementary San Jose, CA | 8.8 |
| Repetto Elementary Monterey Park, CA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about J. M. Amador Elementary
What grades does J. M. Amador Elementary serve?
J. M. Amador Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend J. M. Amador Elementary?
J. M. Amador Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 1,000 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at J. M. Amador Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at J. M. Amador Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does J. M. Amador Elementary rank in CA?
J. M. Amador Elementary ranks #425 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is J. M. Amador Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
J. M. Amador 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 J. M. Amador Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, J. M. Amador Elementary has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is J. M. Amador Elementary a charter school?
No, J. M. Amador Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is J. M. Amador Elementary a Title I school?
No, J. M. Amador Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for J. M. Amador Elementary?
3.1% of students at J. M. Amador 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
- 1,000
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 3.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.3%
- Phone
- (925) 307-1950
Resources & Links
District
Dublin Unified- District Enrollment
- 12,827
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,216
- District Rank
- #3 of 12
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