Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Silver Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Silver Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Silver Oak Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1994
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Imagine... Innovate... Instruct
School Rankings
Silver Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Oak Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#122 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
72%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
20%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sabercats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silver Oak Elementary School's ranking?
Silver Oak Elementary School is ranked #122 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Silver Oak Elementary School often compared to?
Silver Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tom Matsumoto Elementary School, James Franklin Smith Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Silver Oak Elementary School?
469 students attend Silver Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Silver Oak Elementary School students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Oak Elementary School?
Silver Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Silver Oak Elementary School offer ?
Silver Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Silver Oak Elementary School part of?
Silver Oak Elementary School is part of Evergreen Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Silver Oak Elementary School located?
Silver Oak Elementary School is located in the Evergreen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Evergreen.
School Calendar
View the Silver Oak Elementary School yearly calendar below.
School Reviews
Review Silver Oak Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.
