ANDERSON (ALEX) ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Anderson (Alex) Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oak Grove Elementary school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 589 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 25 teachers, Anderson (Alex) 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.

Alex Anderson Elementary School, located in the Blossom Valley neighborhood of San Jose, is a public school serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the San Jose Unified School District, the school focuses on fostering a supportive community environment that prioritizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of lifelong learning skills. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while providing students with opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities that promote well-rounded development.

The school is well-regarded for its emphasis on home-school communication and active parent involvement, which play a central role in the campus culture. With a dedicated teaching staff and a diverse student body, Anderson Elementary aims to create an inclusive and equitable educational experience. The school facilities and programs are structured to prepare students for the transition to middle school, ensuring they possess the core competencies in literacy, mathematics, and critical thinking necessary for future success.

For more information, contact Anderson (Alex) Elementary at (408) 225-6556 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.