Serving 602 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School's student population of 602 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#232 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
81%
12%
Hispanic
4%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School's ranking?
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School is ranked #232 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School often compared to?
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like L. P. Collins Elementary School, R. I. Meyerholz Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School?
602 students attend Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School?
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School offer ?
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School part of?
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School located?
Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School is located in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in West Valley.
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