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#538 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 6% in state

Saratoga Elementary

Elementary School · Saratoga Union Elementary

14592 Oak St., Saratoga, CA 95070

Enrollment

311

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#538 of 9,539

In Saratoga

#8 of 9

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Saratoga Union Elementary

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Saratoga Elementary

8.8/10

Elementary School in Saratoga · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Foothill Elementary

9.1/10

Saratoga, CA. Compare side by side with Saratoga Elementary before ruling this option in or out.

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9.3/10

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About Saratoga Elementary

Saratoga Elementary is a public elementary school in Saratoga, CA, part of Saratoga Union Elementary. Saratoga Elementary serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Saratoga Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #538 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Saratoga Elementary show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Saratoga Elementary runs 22.2:1 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency89% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg+43.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+42.1 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+14.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,274

Saratoga Elementary — Students at Saratoga Elementary score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 87.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 86.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
90.4%
ELA
82.7%
2024
Math
88.8%
ELA
84.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Saratoga Elementary Compares

See how Saratoga Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
94th percentile in CA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
3%
Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers

Location

14592 Oak St., Saratoga, CA 95070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Saratoga Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Argonaut Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Foothill Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Blue Hills Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Saratoga, see our Saratoga schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Foothill Elementary Saratoga 0.7 mi 9.1
Saratoga High Saratoga 0.7 mi 9.3
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Saratoga 1.2 mi 6.7
Redwood Middle Saratoga 1.2 mi 9.4
Argonaut Elementary Saratoga 1.5 mi 9.5
Saint Andrew's Episcopal School Saratoga 1.5 mi
ST ANDREW'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Saratoga 1.5 mi 6.2
Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga 2.3 mi 8.9
Marshall Lane Elementary Saratoga 2.1 mi 8.9
Christa McAuliffe Saratoga 2.8 mi 8.9
PRIMARY PLUS EL QUITO SCHOOL Saratoga 2.7 mi
Action Day Schools El Quito Saratoga 2.7 mi
John Muir Elementary San Jose 3.1 mi 8.2
Rolling Hills Middle Los Gatos 2.6 mi 8.0
Prospect High Saratoga 3.0 mi 8.0
Tessellations Cupertino 3.4 mi
Westmont High Campbell 2.8 mi 8.1
Joaquin Miller Middle San Jose 3.4 mi 9.3
Brains Academy San Jose 3.5 mi
Axcellent Academy San Jose 3.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$240,980

Median Home Value

$2,000,001

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

31,383

College Educated

80.8%

Homeownership

86.6%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

51.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Saratoga Elementary

What grades does Saratoga Elementary serve?

Saratoga Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Saratoga Elementary?

Saratoga Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Saratoga Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Saratoga Elementary is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Saratoga Elementary rank in CA?

Saratoga Elementary ranks #538 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Saratoga Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Saratoga Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Saratoga Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Saratoga Elementary has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Saratoga Elementary a charter school?

No, Saratoga Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Saratoga Elementary a Title I school?

No, Saratoga Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saratoga Elementary?

2.9% of students at Saratoga 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Saratoga Elementary stack up?

Foothill Elementary
9.1

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Santa Clara County

District

Saratoga Union Elementary
District Enrollment
1,605
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,274
District Rank
#4 of 4

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