SIMONDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Simonds Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the San Jose Unified school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 673 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 26 teachers, Simonds Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 25:1. 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.

Simonds Elementary School is a public elementary school located in the Almaden Valley neighborhood of San Jose, California, serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the San Jose Unified School District, the school is well-regarded for its strong focus on academic excellence and community engagement. It typically serves a diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes both core curriculum standards and social-emotional development.

The school is known for its active parent community and a variety of enrichment programs that support the overall learning experience. Its location in the quiet, residential Grapevine Way area provides a stable and safe learning environment for local families. With a commitment to preparing students for middle school transitions, Simonds Elementary generally focuses on small-group instruction, literacy, and foundational STEM skills to ensure its students remain competitive within the high-achieving educational landscape of the Silicon Valley.

For more information, contact Simonds Elementary at (408) 535-6251 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.