Very Good
#3518 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 37% in state
Luther Burbank Elementary
Elementary School · Luther Burbank
4 Wabash Ave., San Jose, CA 95128
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,518 of 9,539
In San Jose
#96 of 223
public schools
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Luther Burbank Elementary
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About Luther Burbank Elementary
Luther Burbank Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Luther Burbank. Luther Burbank Elementary serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Luther Burbank Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,518 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Luther Burbank Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Luther Burbank Elementary runs 20.5:1 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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Luther Burbank Elementary — Students at Luther Burbank Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 6.6/10.
How Luther Burbank Elementary Compares
See how Luther Burbank Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4 Wabash Ave., San Jose, CA 95128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Luther Burbank Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Open Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sherman Oaks Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln High Testville | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Merritt Trace Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| RENAISSANCE LEARNER ACADEMY San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE LEARNER ACADEMY San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sherman Oaks Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| PACIFIC AUTISM CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Pacific Autism Center for Education - Sunny Days Campus San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| Esther B. Clark School - South Bay San Jose | 1.0 mi | — |
| BASIS Independent Silicon Valley San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| ESTHER B CLARK SCHOOL - SOUTH BAY San Jose | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| BASIS INDEPENDENT SILICON VALLEY San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Del Mar High San Jose | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| BELLARMINE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Jose | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Morgan Autism Center San Jose | 1.3 mi | — |
| Bellarmine College Preparatory San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| Washington Open Elementary Santa Clara | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Monroe Middle San Jose | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Blackford Elementary San Jose | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,647
Median Home Value
$1,214,500
Median Rent
$2,505/mo
Population
33,585
College Educated
51.8%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
38.8
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|---|---|
| Academy of Technology & Leadership at Saticoy Ventura, CA | 7.0 |
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 7.0 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.0 |
| Arcohe Elementary Herald, CA | 7.0 |
| Arroyo Elementary Pomona, CA | 7.0 |
| Arroyo Verde Elementary Highland, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Luther Burbank Elementary
What grades does Luther Burbank Elementary serve?
Luther Burbank Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Luther Burbank Elementary?
Luther Burbank Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Luther Burbank Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Luther Burbank Elementary is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Luther Burbank Elementary rank in CA?
Luther Burbank Elementary ranks #3,518 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Luther Burbank Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Luther Burbank Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Luther Burbank Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Luther Burbank Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Luther Burbank Elementary a charter school?
No, Luther Burbank Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Luther Burbank Elementary a Title I school?
No, Luther Burbank Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Luther Burbank Elementary?
84.2% of students at Luther Burbank 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.5%
- Phone
- (408) 295-1814
Resources & Links
District
Luther Burbank- District Enrollment
- 431
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,036
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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