Reed Elementary School

1524 Jacob Ave.
San Jose, CA 95118
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 356 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Reed Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 356 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 20% in CA
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Reed Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Reed Elementary School's student population of 356 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar

School Rankings

Reed Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reed Elementary School is 0.73, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#960 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
70-74%
34%
65-69%
47%
60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
35%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.73
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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: Bobcats

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Reed Elementary School's ranking?
Reed Elementary School is ranked #960 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Reed Elementary School often compared to?
Reed Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hacienda Science/environmental Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Reed Elementary School?
356 students attend Reed Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Reed Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reed Elementary School?
Reed Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Reed Elementary School offer ?
Reed Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Reed Elementary School part of?
Reed Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Reed Elementary School located?
Reed Elementary School is located in the Branham neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Branham.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 356 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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