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Gussie M. Baker Elementary School

4845 Bucknall Rd.
San Jose, CA 95130
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 434 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gussie M. Baker Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 434 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 10% in CA
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Gussie M. Baker Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

Gussie M. Baker Elementary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Innovate Collaborate Educate

School Rankings

Gussie M. Baker Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CA)
#645 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
71%
34%
76%
47%
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.74
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gussie M. Baker Elementary School's ranking?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is ranked #645 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gussie M. Baker Elementary School often compared to?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Hill Elementary School, Country Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gussie M. Baker Elementary School?
434 students attend Gussie M. Baker Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Gussie M. Baker Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gussie M. Baker Elementary School?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gussie M. Baker Elementary School offer ?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gussie M. Baker Elementary School part of?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is part of Moreland School District.
In what neighborhood is Gussie M. Baker Elementary School located?
Gussie M. Baker Elementary School is located in the West Valley neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in West Valley.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 434 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 79%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 71% (Top 10%)
  • : 76% (Top 10%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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