Excellent
#633 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 7% in state
Sutter Elementary
Elementary School · Santa Clara Unified
3200 Forbes Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#633 of 9,539
In Santa Clara
#8 of 23
public schools
In district
#7 of 28
Santa Clara Unified
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Sutter Elementary
Sutter Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Clara, CA, part of Santa Clara Unified. Sutter Elementary serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sutter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #633 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Sutter Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Sutter Elementary runs 22.5:1 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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Sutter Elementary — Students at Sutter Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
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 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: 8.7/10.
How Sutter Elementary Compares
See how Sutter Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
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. Laurelwood Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Millikin Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 | 8.8 |
| 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 | 9.2 |
| 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 | 8.1 |
| 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 | 5.2 |
| Central Park Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Laurelwood Elementary Santa Clara | 1.0 mi | 9.3 |
| 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barron Park Elementary Palo Alto, CA | 8.7 |
| Bell Hill Academy Grass Valley, CA | 8.7 |
| Brewer Island Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.7 |
| D. J. Sedgwick Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.7 |
| Dow's Prairie Elementary Mckinleyville, CA | 8.7 |
| Enders Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 8.7 |
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 ranks #633 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Sutter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Sutter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Sutter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sutter Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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.
Neighborhood Context
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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (408) 423-4200
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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