Excellent
#807 of 9,533 schools in CA
Top 9% in state
Sutter Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
3200 Forbes Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Santa Clara
#6 of 23
public schools
California elementary schools
#592 of 5,817
In district
#7 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
Equity
8.8 / 10
Exceptional
About Sutter Elementary
Sutter Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of the Santa Clara Unified. The school serves approximately 293 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 22.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 91.5th percentile among CA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 66% proficiency in math, 27 points above the state average and 69% in reading/language arts, 24 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $185,632, where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at Sutter Elementary is 22.5:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Score Breakdown
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Sutter Elementary — Students at Sutter Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
15%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 8.4/10.
How Sutter Elementary Compares
See how Sutter Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 66.89% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 72% (2019) to 68.97% (2024).
Location
3200 Forbes Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sutter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Millikin Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Laurelwood Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Santa Clara, see our Santa Clara schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary Santa Clara | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD CHRISTIAN CENTER Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO ACADEMY Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL - SANTA CLARA POMEROY Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Millikin Elementary Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERS Santa Clara | 0.5 mi | — |
| Santa Clara Community Day Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S WORLD BILINGUAL MONTESSORI Santa Clara | 0.6 mi | — |
| Santa Clara High Santa Clara | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| STARBRIGHT SCHOOL San Jose | 0.9 mi | — |
| ST JUSTIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| St. Justin Santa Clara | 0.8 mi | — |
| Pomeroy Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| QUEEN OF APOSTLES SCHOOL San Jose | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Queen of Apostles School San Jose | 1.3 mi | — |
| ARCHBISHOP MITTY HIGH SCHOOL San Jose | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Challenger School - Strawberry Park San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| Archbishop Mitty High San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$185,632
Median Home Value
$1,623,600
Median Rent
$3,054/mo
Population
61,345
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
43.5%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
34.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sutter Elementary has a median household income of $185,632. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,623,600, with a median rent of $3,054/month. The local poverty rate of 6.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. G. Cook Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.4 |
| Arthur F. Corey Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.4 |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Barbara Benson Elementary Tustin, CA | 8.4 |
| Cayucos Elementary Cayucos, CA | 8.4 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sutter Elementary
What grades does Sutter Elementary serve?
Sutter Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Sutter Elementary?
Sutter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sutter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sutter Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sutter Elementary rank in CA?
Sutter Elementary is ranked #807 out of 9,533 schools in CA.
What is Sutter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sutter Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Sutter Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sutter Elementary has 66.1% math proficiency and 69.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sutter Elementary a charter school?
No, Sutter Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sutter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sutter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sutter Elementary?
15.0% of students at Sutter 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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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 37 Car-Dependent
- Transit Score
- 36 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 71 Very Bikeable
- City Safety
- High (2,694/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 293
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 15.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Phone
- (408) 423-4200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Santa Clara Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,236
- Schools in District
- 30
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,283
- District Rank
- #7 of 28
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