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Pearl Zanker Elementary

Milpitas Unified · Santa Clara County · 1585 Fallen Leaf Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035-6762

(408) 635-2882

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9/10
#1043
Rank 1043 out of 5,722
Top 18%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1174 · 80th percentile
Mathematics9/10 · #1118 · 80th percentile
Science9/10 · #741 · 87th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Pearl Zanker Elementary sits in the heart of Milpitas, a city that's quietly become one of the Bay Area's most diverse and family-friendly communities, with easy access to both Silicon Valley tech corridors and the open spaces of Ed Levin County Park. The school posts strong scores across the board, with science being a particular standout — a good fit for families who want their kids building a foundation in STEM from an early age. It's the kind of school that appeals to ambitious, community-minded families who appreciate a multicultural environment and the practical advantages of being in one of Santa Clara County's most up-and-coming neighborhoods.

Student Demographics

298 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Asian
159 (53%)
Hispanic
54 (18%)
Filipino
33 (11%)
Multiple Races
20 (7%)
African American
15 (5%)
White
10 (3%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners104 (35%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged125 (42%)
Students with Disabilities44 (15%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

563
Enrollment
23
Teachers (FTE)
24.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2
Administrators (FTE)
16
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs8/10 · #1267 · 79th percentile

183 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found