BLACKFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Blackford Elementary is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Campbell Union school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 522 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Blackford Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Blackford Elementary School, located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, is a public school serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As a part of the Campbell Union School District, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for middle school while fostering a supportive and inclusive community environment. The campus serves a diverse student population and is well-regarded for its focus on fundamental learning and social-emotional development.

Beyond the standard classroom experience, Blackford Elementary encourages active parent involvement and community engagement, which are cornerstones of the Campbell Union School District’s educational philosophy. The school offers various programs and extracurricular opportunities that aim to nurture the "whole child," focusing on both intellectual growth and character development. Prospective families can find detailed information about enrollment, academic programs, and school-wide events by visiting the district’s official website at http://www.campbellusd.org.

For more information, contact Blackford Elementary at (408) 978-4675 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.