Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sakamoto Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sakamoto 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
Diversity
School Overview
Sakamoto Elementary School's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
571 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sakamoto 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 Sakamoto Elementary School is 0.75, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1678 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
23%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sakamoto Elementary School's ranking?
Sakamoto Elementary School is ranked #1678 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sakamoto Elementary School often compared to?
Sakamoto Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frost (Earl) Elementary School, Taylor (Bertha) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sakamoto Elementary School?
571 students attend Sakamoto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Sakamoto Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sakamoto Elementary School?
Sakamoto Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sakamoto Elementary School offer ?
Sakamoto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sakamoto Elementary School part of?
Sakamoto Elementary School is part of Oak Grove Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Sakamoto Elementary School located?
Sakamoto Elementary School is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 18 other public schools located in South San Jose.
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