Serving 273 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Anne Darling Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anne Darling Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Anne Darling Elementary School's student population of 273 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Anne Darling Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anne Darling Elementary School is 0.32, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#7265 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
82%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anne Darling Elementary School's ranking?
Anne Darling Elementary School is ranked #7265 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Anne Darling Elementary School often compared to?
Anne Darling Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Empire Gardens Elementary School, Grant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Anne Darling Elementary School?
273 students attend Anne Darling Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Anne Darling Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anne Darling Elementary School?
Anne Darling Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Anne Darling Elementary School offer ?
Anne Darling Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Anne Darling Elementary School part of?
Anne Darling Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Anne Darling Elementary School located?
Anne Darling Elementary School is located in the Las Plumas neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Las Plumas.
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