Below Average
#8470 of 9,539 schools in CA
Robert Sanders Elementary
Elementary School · Mount Pleasant Elementary
3411 Rocky Mountain Dr., San Jose, CA 95127
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,470 of 9,539
In San Jose
#191 of 223
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Mount Pleasant Elementary
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Robert Sanders Elementary
Robert Sanders Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Mount Pleasant Elementary. Robert Sanders Elementary serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert Sanders Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #8,470 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Robert Sanders Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Robert Sanders Elementary runs 20.6:1 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.
33% of students at Robert Sanders Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Robert Sanders Elementary — Students at Robert Sanders Elementary score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 2.8/10.
How Robert Sanders Elementary Compares
See how Robert Sanders Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3411 Rocky Mountain Dr., San Jose, CA 95127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert Sanders Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adelante Dual Language Academy (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cedar Grove Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| August Boeger Middle San Jose | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Ida Jew Academies San Jose | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Valle Vista Elementary San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| KIPP Navigate College Prep San Jose | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Mt. Pleasant High San Jose | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Mt. Pleasant Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL San Jose | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy San Jose | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| B. Roberto Cruz Leadership Academy San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Latino College Preparatory Academy San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Academy at Mt. Pleasant San Jose | 0.9 mi | 1.4 |
| Rising Star Sped Academy- Polaris Branch San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Kinship Academy San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ocala Middle San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Rocketship Academy Brilliant Minds Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| AchieveKids San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Horace Cureton Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ACHIEVEKIDS San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary San Jose | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Thomas P. Ryan Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,548
Median Home Value
$995,100
Median Rent
$2,549/mo
Population
61,091
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert Sanders Elementary
What grades does Robert Sanders Elementary serve?
Robert Sanders Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Robert Sanders Elementary?
Robert Sanders Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert Sanders Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert Sanders Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert Sanders Elementary rank in CA?
Robert Sanders Elementary ranks #8,470 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Robert Sanders Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert Sanders Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Robert Sanders Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert Sanders Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Robert Sanders Elementary a charter school?
No, Robert Sanders Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert Sanders Elementary a Title I school?
No, Robert Sanders Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert Sanders Elementary?
77.6% of students at Robert Sanders 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
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (408) 258-7288
Resources & Links
District
Mount Pleasant Elementary- District Enrollment
- 1,549
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,360
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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