Simonds Elementary School

About Simonds Elementary School

Simonds Elementary School is a dynamic and vibrant learning environment located in the heart of the city. It offers a comprehensive education for students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade. The school has a strong focus on academic excellence and is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
Simonds Elementary School is proud to offer a wide variety of educational opportunities. The school provides a rigorous curriculum that includes core subjects such as English, math, science, and social studies. Additionally, the school offers a number of enrichment activities, including music, art, physical education, and foreign language.
The school also places a strong emphasis on developing strong character and social skills. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities that promote collaboration, respect, and responsibility. Simonds Elementary School also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as after-school clubs and sports teams.
Simonds Elementary School is dedicated to providing a quality education for all students. The school strives to create a positive and nurturing learning environment that encourages students to reach their full potential.

Address:	6515 Grapevine Way San Jose, CA 95120
Phone:	(408) 535-6251
Site:	simonds.sjusd.org
Grades:	K – 5
Enrollment:	573 students

Overview Simonds Elementary School

Simonds Elementary School serves 573 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Simonds Elementary School placed in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (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 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Simonds Elementary School

Simonds Elementary School is ranked within the top 10% 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 Simonds Elementary School is 0.72, 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.