Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Allen At Steinbeck 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 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen At Steinbeck ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Allen At Steinbeck's student population of 406 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
406 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Allen At Steinbeck 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 Allen At Steinbeck is 0.50, 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
#5280 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen At Steinbeck's ranking?
Allen At Steinbeck is ranked #5280 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Allen At Steinbeck?
406 students attend Allen At Steinbeck.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Allen At Steinbeck students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen At Steinbeck?
Allen At Steinbeck has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Allen At Steinbeck offer ?
Allen At Steinbeck offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Allen At Steinbeck part of?
Allen At Steinbeck is part of San Jose Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Allen At Steinbeck located?
Allen At Steinbeck 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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