Serving 727 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Tom Matsumoto Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tom Matsumoto Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tom Matsumoto Elementary School's student population of 727 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Tom Matsumoto Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tom Matsumoto Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#251 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
74%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Evergreen Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tom Matsumoto Elementary School's ranking?
Tom Matsumoto Elementary School is ranked #251 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tom Matsumoto Elementary School often compared to?
Tom Matsumoto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tom Matsumoto Elementary School?
727 students attend Tom Matsumoto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Tom Matsumoto Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tom Matsumoto Elementary School?
Tom Matsumoto Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tom Matsumoto Elementary School offer ?
Tom Matsumoto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Tom Matsumoto Elementary School part of?
Tom Matsumoto Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Tom Matsumoto Elementary School located?
Tom Matsumoto Elementary School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
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