Very Good
#2713 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 28% in state
Silver Oak Elementary
Elementary School · Evergreen Elementary
5000 Farnsworth Dr., San Jose, CA 95138
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
505
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,713 of 9,539
In San Jose
#78 of 223
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
Evergreen Elementary
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Silver Oak Elementary
Silver Oak Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Evergreen Elementary. Silver Oak Elementary serves approximately 505 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Silver Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,713 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Silver Oak Elementary show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Silver Oak Elementary runs 26.6:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Silver Oak Elementary — Students at Silver Oak Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
7.1%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Silver Oak Elementary Compares
See how Silver Oak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5000 Farnsworth Dr., San Jose, CA 95138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Silver Oak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Evergreen Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Millbrook Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, James Franklin Smith Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chaboya Middle San Jose | 2.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Tom Matsumoto Elementary San Jose | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| James Franklin Smith Elementary San Jose | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Evergreen Elementary San Jose | 2.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Ledesma (Rita) Elementary San Jose | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Cadwallader Elementary San Jose | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Carolyn A. Clark Elementary San Jose | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Stipe (Samuel) Elementary San Jose | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Edenvale Elementary San Jose | 2.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Joud Alkhalij American School San Jose | 3.2 mi | — |
| Evergreen Valley High San Jose | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Millbrook Elementary San Jose | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| John J. Montgomery Elementary San Jose | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Quimby Oak Middle San Jose | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| SOFOS PREPARATORY ACADEMY San Jose | 3.4 mi | — |
| SCHOLARS ACADEMY San Jose | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Silver Creek High San Jose | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Los Paseos Elementary San Jose | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Ramblewood Elementary San Jose | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CENTRO ARMONIA SCHOOL San Jose | 3.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$194,300
Median Home Value
$1,355,000
Median Rent
$2,728/mo
Population
19,513
College Educated
53.4%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
38.8
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| Akers Elementary Lemoore, CA | 7.4 |
| Alisal Community Salinas, CA | 7.4 |
| Allen (Ella B.) Elementary Bonita, CA | 7.4 |
| American Indian Public Charter School II Oakland, CA | 7.4 |
| Anderson Elementary Compton, CA | 7.4 |
| BLACK PINE CIRCLE SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Silver Oak Elementary
What grades does Silver Oak Elementary serve?
Silver Oak Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Silver Oak Elementary?
Silver Oak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 505 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Silver Oak Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Silver Oak Elementary is 26.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Silver Oak Elementary rank in CA?
Silver Oak Elementary ranks #2,713 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Silver Oak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Silver Oak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Silver Oak Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Silver Oak Elementary has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Silver Oak Elementary a charter school?
No, Silver Oak Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Silver Oak Elementary a Title I school?
No, Silver Oak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Silver Oak Elementary?
7.1% of students at Silver Oak 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
- 505
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 7.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.1%
- Phone
- (408) 223-4515
Resources & Links
District
Evergreen Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,779
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,110
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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