Very Good
#2614 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 27% in state
Simonds Elementary
Elementary School · San Jose Unified
6515 Grapevine Way, San Jose, CA 95120
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,614 of 9,539
In San Jose
#76 of 223
public schools
In district
#12 of 41
San Jose Unified
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Simonds Elementary
Simonds Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of San Jose Unified. Simonds Elementary serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Simonds Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,614 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Simonds Elementary show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Simonds Elementary runs 21.5:1 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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Simonds Elementary — Students at Simonds Elementary score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.2/10.
How Simonds Elementary Compares
See how Simonds Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6515 Grapevine Way, San Jose, CA 95120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Simonds Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Graystone Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Los Alamitos Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Williams Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY SPIRIT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Castillero Middle San Jose | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Los Alamitos Elementary San Jose | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Almaden Country Day School San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| ALMADEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL San Jose | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Williams Elementary San Jose | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Leland High San Jose | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Bret Harte Middle San Jose | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Action Day Schools - Allen San Jose | 1.8 mi | — |
| ACTION DAY PRIMARY PLUS ALLEN SCHOOL San Jose | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Discovery Charter II San Jose | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Allen at Steinbeck San Jose | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Guadalupe Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Pioneer High San Jose | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| THE LEARNING COMPANY & ACADEMY San Jose | 2.1 mi | — |
| Sakamoto Elementary San Jose | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Apostles Lutheran San Jose | 1.9 mi | — |
| Graystone Elementary San Jose | 1.9 mi | 9.1 |
| APOSTLES LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Jose | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Dartmouth Middle San Jose | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,924,500
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
38,103
College Educated
74.4%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
34.3 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
47.3
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| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Blanche Sprentz Elementary Folsom, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simonds Elementary
What grades does Simonds Elementary serve?
Simonds Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Simonds Elementary?
Simonds Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Simonds Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Simonds Elementary is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Simonds Elementary rank in CA?
Simonds Elementary ranks #2,614 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Simonds Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Simonds Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Simonds Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Simonds Elementary has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Simonds Elementary a charter school?
No, Simonds Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Simonds Elementary a Title I school?
No, Simonds Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Simonds Elementary?
10.3% of students at Simonds 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.6%
- Phone
- (408) 535-6251
Resources & Links
District
San Jose Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,059
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,909
- District Rank
- #12 of 41
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