PONDEROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Ponderosa Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Santa Clara Unified school district, located in Sunnyvale, CA with about 642 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 25 teachers, Ponderosa 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.

Ponderosa Elementary School, located at 804 Ponderosa Ave. in Sunnyvale, California, is a public school serving students in the Sunnyvale School District. Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, the school is known for its diverse student body and a commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment. It emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core academic subjects with social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing technological landscape.

The school benefits from its location in Sunnyvale, often engaging with the surrounding community to provide students with enrichment opportunities. Ponderosa Elementary typically offers a variety of extracurricular programs, parent-teacher involvement initiatives, and academic support services designed to meet the needs of its neighborhood population. With a focus on high expectations and collaboration, the school strives to maintain a culture of academic growth and student achievement.

For more information, contact Ponderosa Elementary at (408) 423-4000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.