Excellent
#726 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
John Sinnott Elementary
Elementary School · Milpitas Unified
2025 Yellowstone Ave., Milpitas, CA 95035
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
724
Student-Teacher
25.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#726 of 9,539
In Milpitas
#5 of 15
public schools
In district
#5 of 15
Milpitas Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About John Sinnott Elementary
John Sinnott Elementary is a public elementary school in Milpitas, CA, part of Milpitas Unified. John Sinnott Elementary serves approximately 724 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.9:1 student-teacher ratio. John Sinnott Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #726 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for John Sinnott Elementary show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
John Sinnott Elementary runs 25.9:1 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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John Sinnott Elementary — Students at John Sinnott Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
20.7%
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: 9.2/10.
How John Sinnott Elementary Compares
See how John Sinnott Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2025 Yellowstone Ave., Milpitas, CA 95035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Sinnott Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cherrywood Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby San Jose), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Jose), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Majestic Way Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Jose), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milpitas, see our Milpitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Milpitas Middle Milpitas | 0.1 mi | 9.1 |
| FOOTHILL ADVENTST SCHOOL Milpitas | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Foothill Adventist Elementary Milpitas | 0.3 mi | — |
| MERRYHILL SCHOOL 1074 Milpitas | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Laneview Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Alexander Rose Elementary Milpitas | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Morrill Middle San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Robert Randall World Languages Milpitas | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| MONARCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milpitas | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Majestic Way Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Northwood Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Calaveras Hills Milpitas | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| William Burnett Elementary Milpitas | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Sierramont Middle San Jose | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Ruskin Elementary San Jose | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Stratford Milpitas Great Mall Milpitas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Brooktree Elementary San Jose | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Piedmont Hills High San Jose | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Cherrywood Elementary San Jose | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$176,723
Median Home Value
$1,180,700
Median Rent
$3,110/mo
Population
78,479
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
36.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
| Chaparral Elementary Ladera Ranch, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Sinnott Elementary
What grades does John Sinnott Elementary serve?
John Sinnott Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend John Sinnott Elementary?
John Sinnott Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 724 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Sinnott Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at John Sinnott Elementary is 25.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Sinnott Elementary rank in CA?
John Sinnott Elementary ranks #726 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is John Sinnott Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
John Sinnott Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 John Sinnott Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Sinnott Elementary has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Sinnott Elementary a charter school?
No, John Sinnott Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Sinnott Elementary a Title I school?
No, John Sinnott Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Sinnott Elementary?
20.7% of students at John Sinnott 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
- 724
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 20.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (408) 635-2674
Resources & Links
District
Milpitas Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,199
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,894
- District Rank
- #5 of 15
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