Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School

About Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School

Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary School is a unique and innovative learning environment that encourages students to explore, discover, and create. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that is based on the Montessori philosophy and method. This approach emphasizes the importance of individualized instruction, allowing students to progress at their own pace and develop a deep understanding of the material.
The school offers a variety of activities, including music, art, and physical education. It also has a strong emphasis on community service and environmental stewardship. In addition, the school encourages students to take part in a variety of extracurricular activities, such as robotics, coding, and chess.
The faculty and staff at Hammer Montessori at Galarza Elementary School are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment for all students. They strive to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and collaboration, and they are committed to helping each student reach their full potential.

Address:	1610 Bird Ave. San Jose, CA 95125
Phone:	(408) 535-6671
Site:	hammer.sjusd.org
Grades:	K – 5
Enrollment:	333 students

Overview Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School

Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School serves 333 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School placed in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School

Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School is ranked within the top 20% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Hammer Montessori At Galarza Elementary School is 0.76, 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.