Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Alexander Rose Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alexander Rose Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Motto
Rose School empowers academic excellence and celebrates diversity in a safe and joyful learning community.
School Rankings
Alexander Rose Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alexander Rose Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2965 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
52%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
- Alexander Rose Elementary School is a Title I Transitional Kindergarten6th grade school serving approximately 500 students and 65 dedicated staff members in Milpitas, California. The mission of Rose School is to empower academic excellence and celebrate diversity in a safe and joyful learning community through our vision of Rose School as a community of lifelong learners who embrace our unique strengths, contribute with compassion, and inspire boundless hope for a sustainable future. Our Rose community reflects the rich cultural diversity of the City of Milpitas and the broader region. Our students and families speak more than 19 languages and represent over 30 countries. Approximately 47% of our students are English Learners, and 50% qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Many students will be the first in their families to attend college. This diversity strengthens our school identity and deepens our commitment to equity, access, and culturally responsive instruction.
- We take great pride in our staff community. Many of our teachers and support staff have served at Rose for a decade or more, with several having attended Rose themselves or having children currently enrolled. Our leadership team supports 18 general education classrooms and two Special Day Classes (SDC) for students with moderate to severe needs. A signature practice at Rose is our inclusive "All Students are Our Students" approach, in which general education and special education staff work collaboratively to design learning environments where every student belongs and has access to meaningful, rigorous instruction. Students are additionally served by a Resource Specialist (RSP), Intervention TOSA, Science Specialist, STEAM teacher, speech-language pathologists, school psychologist, paraeducators, secretaries, student nutrition services staff, day and night custodians, and campus monitors.
- We continue to partner with community organizations such as Pacific Clinics, Science Is Elementary, RAFT, Odyssey of the Mind, Think Together, Love Milpitas, the Mural Initiative, the San Jose State Spartans, the San Jose Earthquakes, the San Francisco 49ers, and Air Tutors to expand academic and social-emotional supports for students. In 20252026, Rose launched a new after-school Exploratory Program that offers students a wide range of enrichment experiences led by teachers and community partners. Programs include cooking, art, dance, running club, chess, author studies, scrapbooking, tutoring, leadership opportunities, and other interest-based experiences that help students discover their passions, build confidence, and strengthen connections with school. These enrichment opportunities are intentionally designed to be accessible and inclusive, ensuring students with diverse learning needs are able to participate alongside their peers. The program continues to grow each year in response to student interest and family feedback.
- Over the past five years, Rose has deepened its implementation of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as a central component of our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Students are explicitly taught our expectations of ROAR-Be Respectful, Open-minded, Ambitious, and Responsible- and are recognized for demonstrating these values across all learning environments. Monthly ROAR Rallies build community, celebrate student success, reinforce expectations, and uplift our Core Values, which include Compassionate Communication, Perseverance, Motivation, Responsibility, Inclusivity, and Creative Problem Solving. These systems serve as another signature practice, reinforcing a shared culture of belonging, empathy, and collective responsibility. Rose earned PBIS Gold Recognition from the California PBIS Coalition in 2022 and has continued to refine and strengthen its Tier 1 and Tier 2 systems since that time.
- As a professional learning community, Rose educators work collaboratively to ensure that all students-general education and SDC-are our students. Teachers meet in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to analyze data, identify priority standards, align instruction, and plan targeted interventions and enrichment. Monthly PLC workdays and Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) collaboration support continuous refinement of instructional practices and schoolwide systems that maintain academic rigor while supporting the whole child. Inclusive practices are embedded throughout this work, with staff intentionally planning for universal access, differentiated instruction, and targeted supports within the least restrictive environment.
- Beginning in the 20232024 school year and continuing into 20252026, Rose implemented an expanded intervention model designed to address academic and social-emotional gaps that emerged following the COVID-19 pandemic. This model includes after-school small-group instruction, targeted literacy interventions grounded in the Science of Reading and Orton-Gillingham multisensory practices, and expanded math support using open-ended tasks, counting collections, and rich problem-solving structures. These supports are coordinated through MTSS to ensure students receive timely, inclusive services while remaining connected to their classrooms and school community. Through a three-year district MTSS grant, certificated and classified staff are also progressing toward formal MTSS certification to strengthen our capacity to meet the diverse academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and mental health needs of all students.
- Alexander Rose Elementary School continues to be a welcoming, joyful, and inclusive learning community rooted in strong relationships and high expectations. Our signature practice of inclusive, student-centered systems reflects MUSD's strategic commitments to building a Culture of We, empowering every learner, and focusing services to ensure full engagement and growth. Our focus on rigorous instruction, student choice, STEAM opportunities, and whole-child development ensures that every Rose Tiger has the opportunity to shine-academically, socially, and as a valued member of our school community.
Profile last updated: 01/30/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alexander Rose Elementary School's ranking?
Alexander Rose Elementary School is ranked #2965 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alexander Rose Elementary School often compared to?
Alexander Rose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Randall World Languages by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alexander Rose Elementary School?
518 students attend Alexander Rose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Alexander Rose Elementary School students are Asian, 32% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alexander Rose Elementary School?
Alexander Rose Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alexander Rose Elementary School offer ?
Alexander Rose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Alexander Rose Elementary School part of?
Alexander Rose Elementary School is part of Milpitas Unified School District.
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