Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vargas 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 35-39% (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 89% 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: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vargas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Vargas Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Vargas 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 Vargas Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vargas Elementary School's ranking?
Vargas Elementary School is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vargas Elementary School often compared to?
Vargas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cherry Chase Elementary School 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vargas Elementary School?
435 students attend Vargas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Vargas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vargas Elementary School?
Vargas Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vargas Elementary School offer ?
Vargas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vargas Elementary School part of?
Vargas Elementary School is part of Sunnyvale School District.
In what neighborhood is Vargas Elementary School located?
Vargas Elementary School is located in the Sunnyvale West neighborhood of Sunnyvale, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Sunnyvale West.
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