Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary

Shirakawa (George Sr.) Elementary School is a public school located in the Seven Trees neighborhood of San Jose, California, serving students from transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. Part of the Franklin-McKinley School District, the school is situated in a diverse, residential community and is named in honor of George Shirakawa Sr., a long-time local leader and advocate for the community. The campus is known for its relatively modern facilities and its focus on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development for its diverse student population.

As a neighborhood school, Shirakawa Elementary places a strong emphasis on community engagement and parental involvement, often serving as a hub for local events and school-wide programs. The curriculum is designed to meet California state standards, with a particular focus on literacy, mathematics, and science, often augmented by technology integration in the classroom. The school is committed to preparing its students for success in middle school and beyond, utilizing various intervention strategies and enrichment opportunities to address the varied academic needs of its diverse student body.