Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ben Painter Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ben Painter Elementary School's student population of 362 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
362 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Celebrating 90 years of excellence through Service, Perseverance, Love, Trust, & Equity!
School Rankings
Ben Painter 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 Ben Painter Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
58%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Painter Elementary School's ranking?
Ben Painter Elementary School is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ben Painter Elementary School often compared to?
Ben Painter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocketship Fuerza Community Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Ben Painter Elementary School?
362 students attend Ben Painter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Ben Painter Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Painter Elementary School?
Ben Painter Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ben Painter Elementary School offer ?
Ben Painter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ben Painter Elementary School part of?
Ben Painter Elementary School is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Ben Painter Elementary School located?
Ben Painter Elementary School is located in the Alum Rock neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 35 other public schools located in Alum Rock.
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