Very Good
#3230 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 34% in state
Russo/mcentee Academy
Elementary School · Alum Rock Union Elementary
2851 Gay Ave., San Jose, CA 95127
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
313
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,230 of 9,539
In San Jose
#90 of 223
public schools
In district
#1 of 22
Alum Rock Union Elementary
School environment
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Russo/mcentee Academy
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About Russo/mcentee Academy
Russo/mcentee Academy is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Alum Rock Union Elementary. Russo/mcentee Academy serves approximately 313 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Russo/mcentee Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,230 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Russo/mcentee Academy show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 5.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Russo/mcentee Academy 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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Russo/mcentee Academy — Students at Russo/mcentee Academy score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 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: 7.1/10.
How Russo/mcentee Academy Compares
See how Russo/mcentee Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2851 Gay Ave., San Jose, CA 95127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Russo/mcentee Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MERRY HILLS SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Millard McCollam Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Foothill High San Jose | 0.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning San Jose | 0.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Escuela Popular/Center for Training and Careers Family Lrng San Jose | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| James Lick High San Jose | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| William Sheppard Middle San Jose | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Ben Painter Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Jose | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Millard McCollam Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep Redwood City | 0.8 mi | 3.6 |
| STELLAR LEARNING ACADEMY San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Lyndale Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Linda Vista Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Rocketship Si Se Puede Academy Redwood City | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| MERRY HILLS SCHOOL San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Renaissance at Mathson San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Independence High San Jose | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ACE Charter High San Jose | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Downtown College Prep - Alum Rock San Jose | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Pegasus High San Jose | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
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 Russo/mcentee Academy
What grades does Russo/mcentee Academy serve?
Russo/mcentee Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Russo/mcentee Academy?
Russo/mcentee Academy has an enrollment of approximately 313 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Russo/mcentee Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Russo/mcentee Academy is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Russo/mcentee Academy rank in CA?
Russo/mcentee Academy ranks #3,230 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Russo/mcentee Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Russo/mcentee Academy 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 Russo/mcentee Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Russo/mcentee Academy has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Russo/mcentee Academy a charter school?
No, Russo/mcentee Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Russo/mcentee Academy a Title I school?
No, Russo/mcentee Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Russo/mcentee Academy?
70.0% of students at Russo/mcentee Academy 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
- 313
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (408) 928-8900
Resources & Links
District
Alum Rock Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 7,367
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,244
- District Rank
- #1 of 22
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