BOOKSIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Booksin Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the San Jose Unified school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 869 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, Booksin Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 27:1. 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.

Booksin Elementary School, located in the charming Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades TK–5 within the San Jose Unified School District. Known for its strong sense of community and academic rigor, the school is often cited as a centerpiece of the Willow Glen area. It maintains a consistent reputation for high student achievement and is supported by an exceptionally active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) that funds various enrichment programs, school events, and facility improvements.

Beyond its academic focus, Booksin is recognized for fostering a well-rounded educational environment that emphasizes social-emotional learning alongside traditional curriculum. The campus culture is defined by a commitment to inclusivity and student engagement, bolstered by its long-standing history and deep ties to the surrounding local community. Because of its track record for excellence and stable enrollment, it remains one of the most sought-after elementary schools in the district for families living in the 95125 zip code.

For more information, contact Booksin Elementary at (408) 535-6213 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1590 Dry Creek Rd.
San Jose, CA 95125-4618
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BOOKSIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in San Jose, CA with about 869 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
San Jose Unified
Total Students:
869
Teachers:
32.43
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 869 students

White
54.3%
Hispanic/Latino
21.4%
Asian
13.1%
Two or more races
10.0%
Black or African American
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.