Very Good
#1919 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Norwood Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Evergreen Elementary
3241 Remington Way, San Jose, CA 95148
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
25:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,919 of 9,539
In San Jose
#53 of 223
public schools
In district
#5 of 16
Evergreen Elementary
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Norwood Creek Elementary
Norwood Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Evergreen Elementary. Norwood Creek Elementary serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Norwood Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,919 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Norwood Creek Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Norwood Creek Elementary runs 25:1 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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Norwood Creek Elementary — Students at Norwood Creek Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.2%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Norwood Creek Elementary Compares
See how Norwood Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3241 Remington Way, San Jose, CA 95148
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Norwood Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Evergreen Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Millbrook Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cadwallader Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Grove Elementary San Jose | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Quimby Oak Middle San Jose | 0.4 mi | 8.7 |
| SOFOS PREPARATORY ACADEMY San Jose | 0.3 mi | — |
| East Valley Christian School San Jose | 0.5 mi | — |
| EAST VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL San Jose | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Millbrook Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Kinship Academy San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Evergreen Valley High San Jose | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Holly Oak Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Ida Jew Academies San Jose | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Valle Vista Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Carolyn A. Clark Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Evergreen Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| August Boeger Middle San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| John J. Montgomery Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP Navigate College Prep San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Pleasant High San Jose | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| George V. LeyVa Intermediate San Jose | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$160,729
Median Home Value
$1,211,400
Median Rent
$3,217/mo
Population
45,392
College Educated
39.8%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
41
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 Norwood Creek Elementary
What grades does Norwood Creek Elementary serve?
Norwood Creek Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Norwood Creek Elementary?
Norwood Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Norwood Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Norwood Creek Elementary is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Norwood Creek Elementary rank in CA?
Norwood Creek Elementary ranks #1,919 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Norwood Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Norwood Creek Elementary 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 Norwood Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Norwood Creek Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Norwood Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Norwood Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Norwood Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Norwood Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Norwood Creek Elementary?
21.2% of students at Norwood Creek 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.3%
- Phone
- (408) 270-6727
Resources & Links
District
Evergreen Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,779
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,110
- District Rank
- #5 of 16
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