Serving 254 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Horace Cureton 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Horace Cureton Elementary School's student population of 254 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Rankings
Horace Cureton 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 Horace Cureton Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#8933 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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: Cougar
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace Cureton Elementary School's ranking?
Horace Cureton Elementary School is ranked #8933 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Horace Cureton Elementary School?
254 students attend Horace Cureton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Horace Cureton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace Cureton Elementary School?
Horace Cureton Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Horace Cureton Elementary School offer ?
Horace Cureton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Horace Cureton Elementary School part of?
Horace Cureton Elementary School is part of Alum Rock Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Horace Cureton Elementary School located?
Horace Cureton Elementary School is located in the Cureton and Joseph George neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Cureton and Joseph George.
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