Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cherrywood Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherrywood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cherrywood Elementary School's student population of 524 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our goal is that Cherrywood students will develop their love of learning, social skills, and community responsibility while meeting or exceeding grade level academic standards.
School Rankings
Cherrywood Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherrywood Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#1314 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
70%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherrywood Elementary School's ranking?
Cherrywood Elementary School is ranked #1314 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cherrywood Elementary School often compared to?
Cherrywood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laneview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cherrywood Elementary School?
524 students attend Cherrywood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Cherrywood Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherrywood Elementary School?
Cherrywood Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cherrywood Elementary School offer ?
Cherrywood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Cherrywood Elementary School part of?
Cherrywood Elementary School is part of Berryessa Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherrywood Elementary School located?
Cherrywood Elementary School is located in the Berryessa neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Berryessa.
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