Serving 758 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ellis Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 758 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ellis Elementary School's student population of 758 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
758 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Ellis Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellis Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2213 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellis Elementary School's ranking?
Ellis Elementary School is ranked #2213 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ellis Elementary School often compared to?
Ellis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ponderosa Elementary School, Braly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ellis Elementary School?
758 students attend Ellis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Ellis Elementary School students are Asian, 38% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ellis Elementary School?
Ellis Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ellis Elementary School offer ?
Ellis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ellis Elementary School part of?
Ellis Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Ellis Elementary School located?
Ellis Elementary School is located in the Heritage District neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA.
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