Serving 909 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J. M. Amador Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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-5
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. M. Amador 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
J. M. Amador Elementary School's student population of 909 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
909 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Blue and Yellow
School Motto
Take Flight with Integrity, Wisdom, and Kindness
School Rankings
J. M. Amador Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. M. Amador 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
#38 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
86%
12%
Hispanic
3%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. M. Amador Elementary School's ranking?
J. M. Amador Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are J. M. Amador Elementary School often compared to?
J. M. Amador Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend J. M. Amador Elementary School?
909 students attend J. M. Amador Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of J. M. Amador Elementary School students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of J. M. Amador Elementary School?
J. M. Amador Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does J. M. Amador Elementary School offer ?
J. M. Amador Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J. M. Amador Elementary School part of?
J. M. Amador Elementary School is part of Dublin Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 11, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
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