Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Terrell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terrell Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1968
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Terrell Tiger
School Rankings
Terrell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terrell Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#5831 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Terrell Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terrell Elementary School's ranking?
Terrell Elementary School is ranked #5831 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Terrell Elementary School?
285 students attend Terrell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Terrell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terrell Elementary School?
Terrell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Terrell Elementary School offer ?
Terrell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Terrell Elementary School part of?
Terrell Elementary School is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Terrell Elementary School located?
Terrell Elementary School is located in the Blossom Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA.
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