Excellent
#859 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Joseph Weller Elementary
Elementary School · Milpitas Unified
345 Boulder Dr., Milpitas, CA 95035
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#859 of 9,539
In Milpitas
#6 of 15
public schools
In district
#6 of 15
Milpitas Unified
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Joseph Weller Elementary
Joseph Weller Elementary is a public elementary school in Milpitas, CA, part of Milpitas Unified. Joseph Weller Elementary serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph Weller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #859 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Joseph Weller Elementary show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Joseph Weller Elementary runs 24.4:1 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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Joseph Weller Elementary — Students at Joseph Weller Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42%
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
→ 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 Joseph Weller Elementary Compares
See how Joseph Weller Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
345 Boulder Dr., Milpitas, CA 95035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joseph Weller Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Warm Springs Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Fremont), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Curtner Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Marshall Pomeroy Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Milpitas, see our Milpitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall Pomeroy Elementary Milpitas | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Thomas Russell Middle Milpitas | 0.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Milpitas Middle College High Milpitas | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| GOLDEN HARVEST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Milpitas | 0.4 mi | — |
| CRESCENT MONTESSORI Milpitas | 0.4 mi | — |
| Milpitas High Milpitas | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 1.1 mi | — |
| Curtner Elementary Milpitas | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Stratford Milpitas Beresford Square Milpitas | 1.6 mi | — |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| William Burnett Elementary Milpitas | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI Milpitas | 2.1 mi | — |
| Warm Springs Elementary Fremont | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Calaveras Hills Milpitas | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milpitas | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Stratford Milpitas Corning Milpitas | 2.3 mi | — |
| James Leitch Elementary Fremont | 2.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Robert Randall World Languages Milpitas | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Alexander Rose Elementary Milpitas | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| MONARCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milpitas | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joseph Weller Elementary
What grades does Joseph Weller Elementary serve?
Joseph Weller Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Joseph Weller Elementary?
Joseph Weller Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph Weller Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Joseph Weller Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joseph Weller Elementary rank in CA?
Joseph Weller Elementary ranks #859 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Joseph Weller Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Joseph Weller Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Joseph Weller Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph Weller Elementary has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Joseph Weller Elementary a charter school?
No, Joseph Weller Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joseph Weller Elementary a Title I school?
No, Joseph Weller Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joseph Weller Elementary?
42.0% of students at Joseph Weller 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
- 440
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (408) 635-2876
Resources & Links
District
Milpitas Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,199
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,894
- District Rank
- #6 of 15
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