Excellent
#1226 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% 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
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,226 of 9,539
In San Jose
#35 of 223
public schools
In district
#14 of 23
Cupertino Union
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Manuel De Vargas Elementary
Manuel De Vargas Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Cupertino Union. Manuel De Vargas Elementary serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Manuel De Vargas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,226 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Manuel De Vargas Elementary show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Manuel De Vargas Elementary runs 22.1:1 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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Manuel De Vargas Elementary — Students at Manuel De Vargas Elementary score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
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 36 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
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. Easterbrook Discovery (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Murdock-Portal Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 8.9 |
| Murdock-Portal Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| STARBRIGHT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Country Lane Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| 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 | 9.4 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Santa Clara | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
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
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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 ranks #1,226 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Manuel De Vargas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel De Vargas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Manuel De Vargas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manuel De Vargas Elementary has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (408) 252-0303
Resources & Links
District
Cupertino Union- District Enrollment
- 13,587
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,193
- District Rank
- #14 of 23
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