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#4737 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 50% in state
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary
Elementary School · Mountain View Whisman
220 North Whisman Rd., Mountain View, CA 94043
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
348
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,737 of 9,539
In Mountain View
#12 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
Mountain View Whisman
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary is a public elementary school in Mountain View, CA, part of Mountain View Whisman. Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary serves approximately 348 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,737 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary — Students at Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary Compares
See how Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
220 North Whisman Rd., Mountain View, CA 94043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Stevenson Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Amy Imai Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edith Landels Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST STEPHEN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mountain View | 0.5 mi | — |
| Yew Chung International of Silicon Vally Mountain View | 0.5 mi | — |
| YEW CHUNG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL (SV) Mountain View | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| GERMAN INTL SCHOOL OF SILICON VALLEY Mountain View | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Edith Landels Elementary Mountain View | 0.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Vargas Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Khan Lab School Mountain View | 1.2 mi | — |
| KHAN LAB SCHOOL Mountain View | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Amy Imai Elementary Mountain View | 1.5 mi | 9.4 |
| MTN VIEW ACADEMY Mountain View | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SUNNYVALE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sunnyvale | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Stevenson Elementary Mountain View | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| Theuerkauf Elementary Mountain View | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Benjamin Bubb Elementary Mountain View | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Isaac Newton Graham Middle Mountain View | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL MOUNTAIN VIEW Mountain View | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Cherry Chase Elementary Sunnyvale | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Stratford School Washington Park Sunnyvale | 1.7 mi | — |
| Crittenden Middle Mountain View | 1.8 mi | 8.9 |
| LITTLE TREE MONTESSORI Sunnyvale | 1.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,781
Median Home Value
$1,647,500
Median Rent
$2,965/mo
Population
32,042
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
45.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary
What grades does Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary serve?
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary?
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 348 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary rank in CA?
Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary ranks #4,737 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jose Antonio Vargas 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 Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary a charter school?
No, Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jose Antonio Vargas Elementary?
25.0% of students at Jose Antonio Vargas 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
- 348
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (650) 903-6952
Resources & Links
District
Mountain View Whisman- District Enrollment
- 4,591
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,536
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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