Below Average
#8544 of 9,539 schools in CA
Toyon Elementary
Elementary School · Berryessa Union Elementary
995 Bard St., San Jose, CA 95127
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
23.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,544 of 9,539
In San Jose
#195 of 223
public schools
In district
#13 of 13
Berryessa Union Elementary
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Toyon Elementary
Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Toyon Elementary
Toyon Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of Berryessa Union Elementary. Toyon Elementary serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Toyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #8,544 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Toyon Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Toyon Elementary runs 23.5:1 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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Toyon Elementary — Students at Toyon Elementary score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 3.0/10.
How Toyon Elementary Compares
See how Toyon Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
995 Bard St., San Jose, CA 95127
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Toyon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Noble Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ruskin Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Summerdale Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Noble Elementary San Jose | 0.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Piedmont Middle San Jose | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Millard McCollam Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Summerdale Elementary San Jose | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| ST VICTOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Jose | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Victor School San Jose | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ben Painter Elementary San Jose | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| William Sheppard Middle San Jose | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Piedmont Hills High San Jose | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| MERRY HILLS SCHOOL San Jose | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Linda Vista Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Ruskin Elementary San Jose | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| STELLAR LEARNING ACADEMY San Jose | 1.3 mi | — |
| Russo/McEntee Academy San Jose | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Foothill High San Jose | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Jose | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Escuela Popular Accelerated Family Learning San Jose | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Escuela Popular/Center for Training and Careers Family Lrng San Jose | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Sierramont Middle San Jose | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| James Lick High San Jose | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,548
Median Home Value
$995,100
Median Rent
$2,549/mo
Population
61,091
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
39
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| Anne Darling Elementary San Jose, CA | 4.0 |
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| Aspire Juanita Tate Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 4.0 |
| BAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord, CA | 4.0 |
| C. Roy Carmichael Elementary Portola, CA | 4.0 |
| Carl Harvey Elementary Santa Ana, CA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Toyon Elementary
What grades does Toyon Elementary serve?
Toyon Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Toyon Elementary?
Toyon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Toyon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Toyon Elementary is 23.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Toyon Elementary rank in CA?
Toyon Elementary ranks #8,544 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Toyon Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Toyon Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Toyon Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Toyon Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Toyon Elementary a charter school?
No, Toyon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Toyon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Toyon Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Toyon Elementary?
38.8% of students at Toyon 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.2%
- Phone
- (408) 923-1965
Resources & Links
District
Berryessa Union Elementary- District Enrollment
- 6,026
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,047
- District Rank
- #13 of 13
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