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Stipe (samuel) Elementary
Elementary School · Oak Grove Elementary
5000 Lyng Dr., San Jose, CA 95111
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,293 of 9,539
In San Jose
#160 of 223
public schools
In district
#13 of 18
Oak Grove Elementary
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Stipe (samuel) Elementary
Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Stipe (samuel) Elementary
Stipe (samuel) Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Oak Grove Elementary. Stipe (samuel) Elementary serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Stipe (samuel) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,293 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Stipe (samuel) Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Stipe (samuel) Elementary runs 24.3:1 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.
41% of students at Stipe (samuel) 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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Stipe (samuel) Elementary — Students at Stipe (samuel) Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Stipe (samuel) Elementary Compares
See how Stipe (samuel) 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
5000 Lyng Dr., San Jose, CA 95111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stipe (samuel) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Los Arboles Literacy and Technology Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ramblewood Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, G. W. Hellyer Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Davis (Caroline) Intermediate San Jose | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Edenvale Elementary San Jose | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Christopher Elementary San Jose | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| G. W. Hellyer Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Voices College-Bound Language Academy San Jose | 1.3 mi | 2.2 |
| Valley Christian Junior High San Jose | 1.2 mi | — |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Oak Grove High San Jose | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Hayes Elementary San Jose | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Rocketship Spark Academy Redwood City | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Summit Public School: Tahoma San Jose | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Anderson (Alex) Elementary San Jose | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Ramblewood Elementary San Jose | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Sylvandale Middle San Jose | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| KINSHIP ACADEMY San Jose | 1.7 mi | — |
| Lairon College Preparatory Academy San Jose | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Peach Blossom School San Jose | 1.9 mi | — |
| Los Arboles Literacy and Technology Academy San Jose | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| SCHOLARS ACADEMY San Jose | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| KIPP Heritage Academy San Jose | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,162
Median Home Value
$826,200
Median Rent
$1,954/mo
Population
58,885
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
60.3%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stipe (samuel) Elementary
What grades does Stipe (samuel) Elementary serve?
Stipe (samuel) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Stipe (samuel) Elementary?
Stipe (samuel) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stipe (samuel) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stipe (samuel) Elementary is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stipe (samuel) Elementary rank in CA?
Stipe (samuel) Elementary ranks #7,293 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Stipe (samuel) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stipe (samuel) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Stipe (samuel) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stipe (samuel) Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Stipe (samuel) Elementary a charter school?
No, Stipe (samuel) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stipe (samuel) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stipe (samuel) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stipe (samuel) Elementary?
57.6% of students at Stipe (samuel) 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
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.5%
- Phone
- (408) 227-7332
Resources & Links
District
Oak Grove Elementary- District Enrollment
- 8,714
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,311
- District Rank
- #13 of 18
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