Excellent
#1312 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Manuel De Vargas Elementary
Elementary School · Cupertino Union
5050 Moorpark Ave., San Jose, CA 95129
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In San Jose
#28 of 223
public schools
California elementary schools
#940 of 5,817
In district
#11 of 23
Cupertino Union
Equity
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Manuel De Vargas Elementary
Manuel De Vargas Elementary serves 398 students in grades kindergarten through fifth in San Jose, California. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22.1:1 with 18 full-time equivalent teachers, providing a solid educational foundation for young learners. The school demonstrates strong academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks impressively at number 721 out of 9,566 California elementary schools, placing it in the 92nd percentile statewide.
Students achieve notable proficiency rates of 67% in English Language Arts and 66% in mathematics across all grade levels, reflecting the school's commitment to academic excellence. Manuel De Vargas Elementary is situated in the affluent 95129 ZIP code area, where the median household income reaches $178,818 and the median home value is $1,875,900. The surrounding community is highly educated, with 73% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, and maintains a low poverty rate of just 4.0%.
This 39,797-person neighborhood provides a supportive environment for educational achievement. Located on Moorpark Avenue in this prosperous San Jose community, Manuel De Vargas Elementary benefits from being part of a well-resourced area within California's vibrant Silicon Valley region.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel De Vargas Elementary is 22.1:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Manuel De Vargas Elementary — Students at Manuel De Vargas Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 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: 8.2/10.
How Manuel De Vargas Elementary Compares
See how Manuel De Vargas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 71% (2019) to 65.38% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 63% (2019) to 66.67% (2024).
Location
5050 Moorpark Ave., San Jose, CA 95129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manuel De Vargas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Murdock-Portal Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Easterbrook Discovery (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Queen of Apostles School San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Trust Primary School San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| ARCHBISHOP MITTY HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Archbishop Mitty High San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| TRUST MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.4 |
| SANIKU GAKUIN SANTA CLARA JAPANESE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Challenger School - Strawberry Park San Jose | 0.4 mi | — |
| Easterbrook Discovery San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Murdock-Portal Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| STARBRIGHT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Country Lane Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| As-Safa Institute/As-Safa Academy San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| Action Day Middle School San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| WEST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| AS-SAFA INSTITUTE/AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| AS-SAFA ACADEMY San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lynbrook High San Jose | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$182,662
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,746/mo
Population
40,896
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
58.1%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
41.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Manuel De Vargas Elementary has a median household income of $182,662. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $2,000,001, with a median rent of $2,746/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego, CA | 8.0 |
| Anna A. Borba Fundamental Elementary Chino, CA | 8.0 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.0 |
| Birdielee V. Bright Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.0 |
| Bixby Elementary Hacienda Heights, CA | 8.0 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel De Vargas Elementary
What grades does Manuel De Vargas Elementary serve?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Manuel De Vargas Elementary?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manuel De Vargas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel De Vargas Elementary is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Manuel De Vargas Elementary rank in CA?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary is ranked #1312 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Manuel De Vargas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary has a composite rating of 8.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Manuel De Vargas Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Manuel De Vargas Elementary has 64.2% math proficiency and 63.7% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Manuel De Vargas Elementary a charter school?
No, Manuel De Vargas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manuel De Vargas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Manuel De Vargas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manuel De Vargas Elementary?
37.2% of students at Manuel De 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.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 67 Somewhat Walkable
- Transit Score
- 37 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 78 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (3,210/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 252-0303
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Cupertino Union- District Enrollment
- 13,587
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,193
- District Rank
- #11 of 23
Other Schools in This District
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