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#5164 of 9,539 schools in CA
Vargas Elementary
Elementary School · Sunnyvale
1054 Carson Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,164 of 9,539
In Sunnyvale
#17 of 18
public schools
In district
#9 of 10
Sunnyvale
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Vargas Elementary
Vargas Elementary is a public elementary school in Sunnyvale, CA, part of Sunnyvale. Vargas Elementary serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vargas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,164 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Vargas Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- CA avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Vargas Elementary — Students at Vargas Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.6%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Vargas Elementary Compares
See how Vargas Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1054 Carson Dr., Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vargas Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Amy Imai Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edith Landels Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Mountain View), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cherry Chase Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sunnyvale, see our Sunnyvale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94086 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,217
Median Home Value
$1,784,200
Median Rent
$2,923/mo
Population
48,956
College Educated
70.2%
Homeownership
30.8%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
33.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vargas Elementary
What grades does Vargas Elementary serve?
Vargas Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Vargas Elementary?
Vargas Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vargas Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Vargas Elementary is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vargas Elementary rank in CA?
Vargas Elementary ranks #5,164 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Vargas Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Vargas Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Vargas Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vargas Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vargas Elementary a charter school?
No, Vargas Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vargas Elementary a Title I school?
No, Vargas Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vargas Elementary?
35.6% of students at Vargas 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
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.3%
- Phone
- (408) 522-8267
Resources & Links
District
Sunnyvale- District Enrollment
- 5,618
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,127
- District Rank
- #9 of 10
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