ERNESTO GALARZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ernesto Galarza Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the San Jose Unified school district, located in San Jose, CA with about 426 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 18 teachers, Ernesto Galarza 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.

Ernesto Galarza Elementary, located at 1610 Bird Ave. in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, is a public school operating under the San Jose Unified School District (SJUSD). Named after the renowned Mexican-American labor activist, educator, and author, the school serves a diverse student population, typically catering to grades TK through 5. It is known for its commitment to academic achievement and its integration into the surrounding community, reflecting the values of its namesake, who was a tireless advocate for civil rights and the empowerment of immigrant families.

As part of the SJUSD, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science, while often incorporating social-emotional learning to support student development. The school’s physical location in the Bird Avenue corridor places it within a well-established residential area, fostering a neighborhood-school environment. Families looking for detailed information regarding current academic programs, school calendars, registration procedures, or district initiatives can find up-to-date resources through the official San Jose Unified School District website.

For more information, contact Ernesto Galarza Elementary at (408) 535-6671 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.