JOSEPH WELLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Joseph Weller Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Milpitas Unified school district, located in Milpitas, CA with about 476 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 20 teachers, Joseph Weller Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. 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.

Joseph Weller Elementary, located in the Rancho Milpitas neighborhood of Milpitas, California, is a public K-5 school serving the Milpitas Unified School District. The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment for its diverse student body. By focusing on a rigorous core curriculum supplemented by enrichment programs, the school strives to prepare its students for the challenges of middle school and beyond while emphasizing the development of critical thinking and social-emotional skills.

Beyond academics, Joseph Weller Elementary places a strong emphasis on community involvement and school spirit. The school maintains an active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that facilitates various extracurricular activities, educational assemblies, and community-building events, which help create a strong partnership between families and staff. With a mission rooted in equity and high expectations, the school provides a structured, collaborative atmosphere designed to help every student succeed in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven world.

For more information, contact Joseph Weller Elementary at (408) 635-2876 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.