Serving 308 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Summerdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 60%
- Reading Proficiency: 57%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summerdale Elementary School's student population of 308 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Summerdale Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)57%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
55%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Summerdale Elementary School often compared to?
Summerdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vinci Park Elementary School, Noble Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Summerdale Elementary School?
308 students attend Summerdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Summerdale Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summerdale Elementary School?
Summerdale Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Summerdale Elementary School offer ?
Summerdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Summerdale Elementary School part of?
Summerdale Elementary School is part of Berryessa Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Summerdale Elementary School located?
Summerdale Elementary School is located in the Penitencia Creek neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Penitencia Creek.
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