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#7168 of 9,539 schools in CA
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary
Elementary School · San Jose Unified
102 Sonora Ave., San Jose, CA 95110
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
424
Student-Teacher
24.9:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,168 of 9,539
In San Jose
#158 of 223
public schools
In district
#26 of 41
San Jose Unified
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Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary
Elementary School in San Jose · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary is a public elementary school in San Jose, CA, part of San Jose Unified. Walter L.
Bachrodt Elementary serves approximately 424 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #7,168 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary runs 24.9:1 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.
33% of students at Walter L. Bachrodt 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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Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary — Students at Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary Compares
See how Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
102 Sonora Ave., San Jose, CA 95110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Washington Open Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Santa Clara), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orchard Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Jose, see our San Jose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Muwekma Ohlone Middle San Jose | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| San Jose Conservation Corps Charter San Jose | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Challenger School - Berryessa San Jose | 1.1 mi | — |
| Bellarmine College Preparatory San Jose | 1.4 mi | — |
| BELLARMINE COLLEGE PREPARATORY San Jose | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Santa Clara County Community San Jose | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Santa Clara County Court San Jose | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Santa Clara County Special Education San Jose | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Opportunity Youth Academy San Jose | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Grant Elementary San Jose | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Orchard Elementary San Jose | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Herbert Hoover Middle San Jose | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ST LEO THE GREAT SCHOOL San Jose | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| ST CLARES SCHOOL Santa Clara | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| St. Clare Elementary Santa Clara | 2.0 mi | — |
| Buchser Middle Santa Clara | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Merritt Trace Elementary San Jose | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Washington Open Elementary Santa Clara | 2.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Horace Mann Elementary San Jose | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Abraham Lincoln High Testville | 2.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,800
Median Home Value
$947,900
Median Rent
$2,629/mo
Population
19,444
College Educated
39.6%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary
What grades does Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary serve?
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary?
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 424 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary is 24.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary rank in CA?
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary ranks #7,168 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary a charter school?
No, Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary a Title I school?
No, Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walter L. Bachrodt Elementary?
60.8% of students at Walter L. Bachrodt 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
- 424
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Santa Clara County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (408) 535-6211
Resources & Links
District
San Jose Unified- District Enrollment
- 25,059
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,909
- District Rank
- #26 of 41
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