Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Empire Gardens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Empire Gardens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Empire Gardens Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Empire Gardens Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Empire Gardens Elementary School is 0.26, 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
#9144 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Jose Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Empire Gardens Elementary School's ranking?
Empire Gardens Elementary School is ranked #9144 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Empire Gardens Elementary School often compared to?
Empire Gardens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anne Darling Elementary School, Grant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Empire Gardens Elementary School?
214 students attend Empire Gardens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Empire Gardens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Empire Gardens Elementary School?
Empire Gardens Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Empire Gardens Elementary School offer ?
Empire Gardens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Empire Gardens Elementary School part of?
Empire Gardens Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Empire Gardens Elementary School located?
Empire Gardens Elementary School is located in the Northside neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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