Serving 614 students in grades Kindergarten-5, William Faria 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 97% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (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 98% 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: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Faria 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
William Faria Elementary School's student population of 614 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
William Faria 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 William Faria Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#5 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
91%
12%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Faria Elementary School's ranking?
William Faria Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend William Faria Elementary School?
614 students attend William Faria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of William Faria Elementary School students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Faria Elementary School?
William Faria Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does William Faria Elementary School offer ?
William Faria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is William Faria Elementary School part of?
William Faria Elementary School is part of Cupertino Union School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School
August 13, 2026 (Thursday)
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