Very Good
#3312 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 35% in state
Pearl Zanker Elementary
Elementary School · Milpitas Unified
1585 Fallen Leaf Dr., Milpitas, CA 95035
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
578
Student-Teacher
26.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,312 of 9,539
In Milpitas
#11 of 15
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
Milpitas Unified
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Pearl Zanker Elementary
Elementary School in Milpitas · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pearl Zanker Elementary
Pearl Zanker Elementary is a public elementary school in Milpitas, CA, part of Milpitas Unified. Pearl Zanker Elementary serves approximately 578 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Pearl Zanker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,312 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Pearl Zanker Elementary show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Pearl Zanker Elementary runs 26.3:1 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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Pearl Zanker Elementary — Students at Pearl Zanker Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.1%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.
How Pearl Zanker Elementary Compares
See how Pearl Zanker Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1585 Fallen Leaf Dr., Milpitas, CA 95035
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pearl Zanker Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Northwood Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Jose), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orchard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby San Jose), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Anthony Spangler Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milpitas, see our Milpitas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mabel Mattos Elementary Milpitas | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Stratford Preparatory Milpitas Milpitas | 0.7 mi | — |
| Stratford Milpitas Great Mall Milpitas | 0.7 mi | — |
| LIFE CONNECTIONS CHILDRENS LEARNING CENTER Milpitas | 0.9 mi | — |
| Stratford Milpitas Corning Milpitas | 1.2 mi | — |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Milpitas | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Orchard Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| LITTLE FLOWERS MONTESSORI Milpitas | 1.4 mi | — |
| Northwood Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Santa Clara County Community San Jose | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Clara County Court San Jose | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Clara County Special Education San Jose | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Opportunity Youth Academy San Jose | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Abram Agnew Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Brooktree Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Kathleen MacDonald High San Jose | 1.5 mi | — |
| Dolores Huerta Middle San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Stratford Milpitas Beresford Square Milpitas | 2.0 mi | — |
| Robert Randall World Languages Milpitas | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95035 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$176,723
Median Home Value
$1,180,700
Median Rent
$3,110/mo
Population
78,479
College Educated
58.6%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pearl Zanker Elementary
What grades does Pearl Zanker Elementary serve?
Pearl Zanker Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Pearl Zanker Elementary?
Pearl Zanker Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 578 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pearl Zanker Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pearl Zanker Elementary is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pearl Zanker Elementary rank in CA?
Pearl Zanker Elementary ranks #3,312 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Pearl Zanker Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pearl Zanker Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Pearl Zanker Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pearl Zanker Elementary has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Pearl Zanker Elementary a charter school?
No, Pearl Zanker Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pearl Zanker Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pearl Zanker Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pearl Zanker Elementary?
40.1% of students at Pearl Zanker 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
- 578
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (408) 635-2882
Resources & Links
District
Milpitas Unified- District Enrollment
- 10,199
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,894
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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