Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Indigo 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 50-54% (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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indigo 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
Indigo's student population of 272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Indigo 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 Indigo 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
#1519 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indigo's ranking?
Indigo is ranked #1519 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Indigo?
272 students attend Indigo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Indigo students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Indigo?
Indigo has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Indigo offer ?
Indigo offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Indigo part of?
Indigo is part of Oak Grove Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Indigo located?
Indigo is located in the South San Jose neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 19 other public schools located in South San Jose.
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