Serving 500 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bagby Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bagby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Bagby Elementary School's student population of 500 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Motto
Exploring Infinite Possibilities for Learning
School Rankings
Bagby Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bagby Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1063 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Bagby Elementary School's ranking?
Bagby Elementary School is ranked #1063 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Bagby Elementary School often compared to?
Bagby Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fammatre Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bagby Elementary School?
500 students attend Bagby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Bagby Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bagby Elementary School?
Bagby Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bagby Elementary School offer ?
Bagby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bagby Elementary School part of?
Bagby Elementary School is part of Cambrian School District.
In what neighborhood is Bagby Elementary School located?
Bagby Elementary School is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Willow Glen.
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