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#5843 of 9,539 schools in CA
Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary
Elementary School · Franklin-McKinley Elementary
665 Wool Creek Dr., San Jose, CA 95112
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
519
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,843 of 9,539
In San Jose
#136 of 223
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
Franklin-McKinley Elementary
Academic performance
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary
Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Franklin-McKinley Elementary. Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary serves approximately 519 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #5,843 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary runs 21.6:1 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.
40% of students at Shirakawa (george Sr.) 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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Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary — Students at Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.2%
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.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary Compares
See how Shirakawa (george Sr.) 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
665 Wool Creek Dr., San Jose, CA 95112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shirakawa (george Sr.) 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 Rocketship Mosaic Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Redwood City), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Stonegate Elementary (rated 5.1/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Luis Valdez Leadership Academy San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| College Connection Academy San Jose | 0.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Yerba Buena High San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Robert F. Kennedy Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Franklin Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Bridges Academy San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| ACE Esperanza Middle San Jose | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Stonegate Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Santee Elementary San Jose | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Rocketship Mosaic Elementary Redwood City | 1.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Alpha: Jose Hernandez San Jose | 1.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Alpha: Blanca Alvarado San Jose | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| O. S. Hubbard Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Pacific Feats San Jose | 1.6 mi | — |
| O. B. Whaley Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Downtown College Preparatory San Jose | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Downtown College Preparatory Middle San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Apollo High San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,649
Median Home Value
$956,300
Median Rent
$2,095/mo
Population
56,766
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
27.9%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
32.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Arroyo Elementary Ontario, CA | 5.8 |
| Avalon Elementary Perris, CA | 5.8 |
| BAIS CHAYA MUSHKA Los Angeles, CA | 5.8 |
| Bay Elementary San Lorenzo, CA | 5.8 |
| C. W. Dillard Elementary Wilton, CA | 5.8 |
| Calahan Street Elementary Northridge, CA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary
What grades does Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary serve?
Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary?
Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 519 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary rank in CA?
Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary ranks #5,843 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary a charter school?
No, Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shirakawa (george Sr.) Elementary?
62.2% of students at Shirakawa (george Sr.) 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 519
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (408) 283-6086
Resources & Links
District
Franklin-McKinley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,766
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,248
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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