Below Average
#7400 of 9,539 schools in CA
Santee Elementary
Elementary School · Franklin-McKinley Elementary
1313 Audubon Dr., San Jose, CA 95122
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
20.6:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,400 of 9,539
In San Jose
#162 of 223
public schools
In district
#12 of 16
Franklin-McKinley Elementary
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Santee Elementary
Santee Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Franklin-McKinley Elementary. Santee Elementary serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Santee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #7,400 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santee Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Santee 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.
35% of students at Santee 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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Santee Elementary — Students at Santee Elementary score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Santee Elementary Compares
See how Santee Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1313 Audubon Dr., San Jose, CA 95122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Adelante Dual Language Academy II (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACE Esperanza Middle San Jose | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Bridges Academy San Jose | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Robert F. Kennedy Elementary San Jose | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory San Jose | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Luis Valdez Leadership Academy San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| College Connection Academy San Jose | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Yerba Buena High San Jose | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| O. S. Hubbard Elementary San Jose | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Rocketship Mosaic Elementary Redwood City | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| KIPP Heartwood Academy San Jose | 0.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Kipp Prize Preparatory Academy San Jose | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Alpha: Blanca Alvarado San Jose | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| A. J. Dorsa Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Rocketship Los Suenos Academy Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Apollo High San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| William C. Overfelt High San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Adelante Dual Language Academy II San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$103,406
Median Home Value
$838,900
Median Rent
$2,424/mo
Population
52,206
College Educated
17.9%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
36.3
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|---|---|
| Adams Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.9 |
| Albert F. Biella Elementary Santa Rosa, CA | 4.9 |
| Alturas Elementary Alturas, CA | 4.9 |
| Anatola Avenue Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 4.9 |
| Avondale Elementary La Mesa, CA | 4.9 |
| Baker Elementary San Diego, CA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santee Elementary
What grades does Santee Elementary serve?
Santee Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Santee Elementary?
Santee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Santee 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 Santee Elementary rank in CA?
Santee Elementary ranks #7,400 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Santee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Santee Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santee Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santee Elementary a charter school?
No, Santee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santee Elementary a Title I school?
No, Santee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santee Elementary?
81.2% of students at Santee 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
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (408) 283-6450
Resources & Links
District
Franklin-McKinley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,766
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,248
- District Rank
- #12 of 16
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