Serving 610 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Anthony Spangler Elementary School 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 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 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 and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anthony Spangler 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
Anthony Spangler Elementary School's student population of 610 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.
School Rankings
Anthony Spangler Elementary School 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 Anthony Spangler Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1139 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
67%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anthony Spangler Elementary School's ranking?
Anthony Spangler Elementary School is ranked #1139 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Anthony Spangler Elementary School often compared to?
Anthony Spangler Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Curtner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Anthony Spangler Elementary School?
610 students attend Anthony Spangler Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Anthony Spangler Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anthony Spangler Elementary School?
Anthony Spangler Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Anthony Spangler Elementary School offer ?
Anthony Spangler Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Anthony Spangler Elementary School part of?
Anthony Spangler Elementary School is part of Milpitas Unified School District.
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