Very Good
#1977 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Latimer
Elementary School · Moreland
4250 Latimer Ave., San Jose, CA 95130
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,977 of 9,539
In San Jose
#54 of 223
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Moreland
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Latimer
Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Latimer
Latimer is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Moreland. Latimer serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Latimer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,977 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Latimer show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Latimer — Students at Latimer score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
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.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Latimer Compares
See how Latimer performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4250 Latimer Ave., San Jose, CA 95130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Latimer may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Easterbrook Discovery (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gussie M. Baker Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Country Lane Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SPRINGBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Campbell | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Moreland Middle San Jose | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Starbright School - Campbell Campus Campbell | 0.5 mi | — |
| STARBRIGHT SCHOOL - CAMPBELL CAMPUS Campbell | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Action Day Schools - Campbell Campbell | 0.6 mi | — |
| Campbell Christian Schools Campbell | 0.6 mi | — |
| Gussie M. Baker Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| George C. Payne Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Discovery Charter San Jose | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Leroy Anderson Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Easterbrook Discovery San Jose | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Country Lane Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Forest Hill Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| TRUST MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| SANIKU GAKUIN SANTA CLARA JAPANESE SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Trust Primary School San Jose | 1.2 mi | — |
| Canyon Heights Academy Campbell | 1.3 mi | — |
| CANYON HEIGHTS ACADEMY Campbell | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Action Day Middle School San Jose | 1.5 mi | — |
| As-Safa Institute/As-Safa Academy San Jose | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$155,787
Median Home Value
$1,774,900
Median Rent
$2,273/mo
Population
13,491
College Educated
60.1%
Homeownership
63.8%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
39.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Addison Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 7.8 |
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Latimer
What grades does Latimer serve?
Latimer serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Latimer?
Latimer has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Latimer?
The student-teacher ratio at Latimer 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 Latimer rank in CA?
Latimer ranks #1,977 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Latimer's MySchoolScout rating?
Latimer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Latimer?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Latimer has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Latimer a charter school?
No, Latimer is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Latimer a Title I school?
No, Latimer is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Latimer?
46.2% of students at Latimer 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.5%
- Phone
- (408) 874-3600
Resources & Links
District
Moreland- District Enrollment
- 3,863
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,698
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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