Below Average
#8599 of 9,539 schools in CA
Selma Olinder Elementary
Elementary School · San Jose Unified
890 East William, San Jose, CA 95116
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
278
Student-Teacher
17.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,599 of 9,539
In San Jose
#198 of 223
public schools
In district
#36 of 41
San Jose Unified
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Selma Olinder Elementary
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About Selma Olinder Elementary
Selma Olinder Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of San Jose Unified. Selma Olinder Elementary serves approximately 278 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Selma Olinder Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,599 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Selma Olinder Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at Selma Olinder 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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Selma Olinder Elementary — Students at Selma Olinder Elementary score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.5/10.
How Selma Olinder Elementary Compares
See how Selma Olinder Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
890 East William, San Jose, CA 95116
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Selma Olinder Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lrng in an Urban Comm with High Achievement (L.U.C.H.A.) (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rocketship Discovery Prep (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKinley Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McKinley Elementary San Jose | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| CRISTO REY SAN JOSE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Rocketship Mosaic Elementary Redwood City | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| San Jose High San Jose | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Lowell Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Sunrise Middle San Jose | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Rocketship Los Suenos Academy Redwood City | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ACE Inspire Academy San Jose | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL San Jose | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Rocketship Discovery Prep Redwood City | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Robert F. Kennedy Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory San Jose | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Notre Dame High School San Jose San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| San Antonio Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Anne Darling Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Horace Mann Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Lrng in an Urban Comm with High Achievement (L.U.C.H.A.) San Jose | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Empire Gardens Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95116 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,428
Median Home Value
$842,700
Median Rent
$2,049/mo
Population
48,816
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
36.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Anne Darling Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.0 |
| Aspire Capitol Heights Academy Oakland, CA | 4.0 |
| Aspire Juanita Tate Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 4.0 |
| BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord, CA | 4.0 |
| Barack Obama Charter Los Angeles, CA | 4.0 |
| C. Roy Carmichael Elementary Portola, CA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Selma Olinder Elementary
What grades does Selma Olinder Elementary serve?
Selma Olinder Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Selma Olinder Elementary?
Selma Olinder Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 278 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Selma Olinder Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Selma Olinder Elementary is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Selma Olinder Elementary rank in CA?
Selma Olinder Elementary ranks #8,599 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Selma Olinder Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Selma Olinder Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Selma Olinder Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Selma Olinder Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Selma Olinder Elementary a charter school?
No, Selma Olinder Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Selma Olinder Elementary a Title I school?
No, Selma Olinder Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Selma Olinder Elementary?
81.7% of students at Selma Olinder 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
- 278
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.2%
- Phone
- (408) 535-6245
Resources & Links
District
San Jose Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,059
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,909
- District Rank
- #36 of 41
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