Very Good
#2287 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary
Elementary School · Franklin-McKinley Elementary
1250 Taper Ln., San Jose, CA 95122
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,287 of 9,539
In San Jose
#65 of 223
public schools
In district
#3 of 16
Franklin-McKinley Elementary
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Franklin-McKinley Elementary. Jeanne R.
Meadows Elementary serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,287 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary runs 20.6:1 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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Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary — Students at Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 7.7/10.
How Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary Compares
See how Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1250 Taper Ln., San Jose, CA 95122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Stonegate Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose | 0.4 mi | 2.5 |
| Alpha: Blanca Alvarado San Jose | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Bridges Academy San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ACE Esperanza Middle San Jose | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Luis Valdez Leadership Academy San Jose | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| College Connection Academy San Jose | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| O. S. Hubbard Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Santee Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Yerba Buena High San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Robert F. Kennedy Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Stonegate Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Apollo High San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| William C. Overfelt High San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| O. B. Whaley Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Most Holy Trinity School San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| MOST HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Alpha Cindy Avitia High San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| KIPP Heartwood Academy San Jose | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,406
Median Home Value
$838,900
Median Rent
$2,424/mo
Population
52,206
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
36.3
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|---|---|
| A. L. Conner Elementary Orange Cove, CA | 7.6 |
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary La Crescenta, CA | 7.6 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose, CA | 7.6 |
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 7.6 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 7.6 |
| Birch Grove Intermediate Newark, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary
What grades does Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary serve?
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary?
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary rank in CA?
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary ranks #2,287 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary a charter school?
No, Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary?
65.5% of students at Jeanne R. Meadows 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.9%
- Phone
- (408) 283-6300
Resources & Links
District
Franklin-McKinley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,766
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,248
- District Rank
- #3 of 16
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