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Leroy Anderson Elementary

Elementary School · Moreland

4000 Rhoda Dr., San Jose, CA 95117

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,286 of 9,539

In San Jose

#159 of 223

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Moreland

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Leroy Anderson Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Leroy Anderson Elementary

Leroy Anderson Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Moreland. Leroy Anderson Elementary serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Leroy Anderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,286 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Leroy Anderson Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares2.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • CA avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.1% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,698

Leroy Anderson Elementary — Students at Leroy Anderson Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
19.6%
ELA
34.6%
2024
Math
34.9%
ELA
30.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.0/10.

How Leroy Anderson Elementary Compares

See how Leroy Anderson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in CA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers

Location

4000 Rhoda Dr., San Jose, CA 95117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leroy Anderson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Easterbrook Discovery (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George C. Payne Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Discovery Charter (rated 7.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Discovery Charter San Jose 0.1 mi 7.9
Boynton High San Jose 0.5 mi 5.2
George C. Payne Elementary San Jose 0.5 mi 8.1
HARKER San Jose 0.6 mi 5.6
AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose 0.6 mi
WEST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose 0.6 mi 6.9
AS-SAFA INSTITUTE/AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose 0.6 mi
Action Day Middle School San Jose 0.6 mi
As-Safa Institute/As-Safa Academy San Jose 0.6 mi
Stratford Preparatory Blackford San Jose 0.7 mi
Lynhaven Elementary San Jose 0.8 mi 6.5
Harker School, The San Jose 0.9 mi
Latimer San Jose 0.9 mi 7.8
Easterbrook Discovery San Jose 0.8 mi 8.9
TRUST MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose 0.8 mi 4.4
SANIKU GAKUIN SANTA CLARA JAPANESE SCHOOL San Jose 0.8 mi 3.1
ACADEMY OF MANDARIN IMMERSION San Jose 0.9 mi
Challenger School - Strawberry Park San Jose 1.0 mi
Trust Primary School San Jose 0.9 mi
Campbell Christian Schools Campbell 1.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,778

Median Home Value

$1,425,200

Median Rent

$2,367/mo

Population

27,798

College Educated

44.4%

Homeownership

35.6%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

35.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leroy Anderson Elementary

What grades does Leroy Anderson Elementary serve?

Leroy Anderson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Leroy Anderson Elementary?

Leroy Anderson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Leroy Anderson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Leroy Anderson Elementary is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leroy Anderson Elementary rank in CA?

Leroy Anderson Elementary ranks #7,286 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Leroy Anderson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Leroy Anderson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Leroy Anderson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leroy Anderson Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Leroy Anderson Elementary a charter school?

No, Leroy Anderson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Leroy Anderson Elementary a Title I school?

No, Leroy Anderson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leroy Anderson Elementary?

81.3% of students at Leroy Anderson 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Santa Clara County

District

Moreland
District Enrollment
3,863
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,698
District Rank
#7 of 7

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