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Sylvia Cassell Elementary

Alum Rock Union Elementary · Santa Clara County · 1300 Tallahassee Drive, San Jose, CA 95122-3939

(408) 928-7200

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2/10
#4845
Rank 4845 out of 5,722
Top 85%
English Language Arts2/10 · #4859 · 15th percentile
Mathematics2/10 · #4627 · 19th percentile
Science2/10 · #4730 · 16th percentile

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School Overview

Sylvia Cassell Elementary sits in the heart of East San Jose, a vibrant, predominantly Latino neighborhood with deep community roots and a strong sense of local pride. The school serves families in one of San Jose's most densely populated zip codes, where the cost of living is lower than much of the Bay Area but the pressures of a high-cost region are still very much felt. Families who are deeply involved in school life and looking for a community-centered environment may find a welcoming home here, though those prioritizing academic performance metrics may want to weigh their options within the Alum Rock district and beyond.

Student Demographics

129 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
104 (81%)
Asian
15 (12%)
Filipino
4 (3%)
White
3 (2%)
Multiple Races
2 (2%)
Other
1 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners74 (57%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged107 (83%)
Students with Disabilities25 (19%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

282
Enrollment
15.9
Teachers (FTE)
17.7:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.3
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 · #1324 · 78th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found