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San Jose Unified School District 855 Lenzen Ave, San Jose CA 95126, 408-535-6000

The San Jose Unified School District educates 31,646 students in grades K-12, housed in 52 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (27), K-8 (1), 6-8 (7), 7-12 (1), 9-10 (3), 10-12 (2), 11-12 (6), and 9-12 (9). 8,017 students (25.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 5,305 students (16.8%) are enrolled in Magnet programs. The district employs 1,583 teachers, and 85 pupil services personnel. 94% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,740. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

East Side Union High School District 830 N Capitol Ave, San Jose CA 95133, 408-347-5000

The East Side Union High School District educates 25,817 students in grades 9-12, housed in 23 buildings across the city. Grade configuration are 9-12 (14), 10-12 (1), 11-12 (4), 9-11 (1), 12 (1), K-12 (1) and Un-graded (1). 6,434 students (24.9%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 3,733 students (14.5%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 1,176 teachers, and 93 pupil services personnel. 84.8% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,317. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Alum Rock Unified School District 2930 Gay Ave, San Jose CA 95127, 408-928-6800

The Alum Rock Unified School District educates 13,515 students in grades K-12, housed in 27 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-1 (1), 2-8 (1), K-5 (10), K-6 (8), 5-7 (1), 6 (1), 6-8 (4), 7-8 (1). 7,677 students (56.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 467 students (3.5%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 723 teachers, and 26 pupil services personnel. 95% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,424. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Berryessa Union Elementary School District 1376 Piedmont Rd, San Jose CA 95132, 408-923-1800

The Berryessa Union Elementary School District educates 8,342 students in grades K-8, housed in 14 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (10), 1-8 (1), and 6-8 (3). 3,346 students (40.1%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 6 students (0.1%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 392 teachers, and 23 pupil services personnel. 96.7% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,230. Before- and/or after-school child care programs, run by non-profit or private child care providers, are available at 6 of the district's elementary schools. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Cambrian Elementary School District 4115 Jacksol Dr, San Jose CA 95124, 408-377-2103

The Cambrian Elementary School District educates 8,342 students in grades K-8, housed in 6 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (4), 6-8 (1), and 7-8 (1). Four schools are charter programs. 232 students (7.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 13 students (0.4%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 150 teachers, and 8 pupil services personnel. 95.4% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,472. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Evergreen Elementary School District 3188 Quimby Rd, San Jose CA 95148, 408-270-6800

The Evergreen Elementary School District educates 13,420 students in grades K-8, housed in 18 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (1), K-6 (14), 6-8 (1), and 7-8 (2). 3,816 students (28.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 633 teachers, and 44 pupil services personnel. 93.9% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,117. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Franklin-McKinley Elementary School District 645 Wool Creek Dr, San Jose CA 95112, 408-283-6000

The Franklin-McKinley Elementary School District educates 9,659 students in grades K-8, housed in 15 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-8 (2), K-6 (11) and 7-8 (2). 5,435 students (56.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 12 students (0.1%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 476 teachers, and 19 pupil services personnel. 95.2% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,298. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Luther Burbank Elementary School District 4 Wabash Ave, San Jose CA 95128, 408-295-2450

The Luther Burbank Elementary School District is a single school district located in San Jose serving 524 students in grades K-8. 353 students (67.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 25 teachers. All teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,752. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Moreland Elementary School District 4117 Campbell Ave, San Jose CA 95130, 408-874-2900

The Moreland Elementary School District educates 4,207 students in grades K-8, housed in 8 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (6) and 6-8 (2). 946 students (22.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 216 teachers, and 7 pupil services personnel. 99.1% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,878. The school district and YMCA both offer school age child care programs for elementary school age students. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Mt Pleasant Elementary School District 3434 Marten Ave, San Jose CA 95148, 408-223-3700

The Mt Pleasant Elementary School District educates 2,979 students in grades K-8, housed in 5 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-3 (3), 4-6 (1) and 7-8 (1). 1,659 students (55.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 141 teachers, and 6 pupil services personnel. 92.3% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,199. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Oak Grove Elementary School District 6578 Santa Teresa Blvd, San Jose CA 95119, 408-227-8300

The Oak Grove Elementary School District educates 11,732 students in grades K-8, housed in 20 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-6 (16), 6-8 (1) and 7-8 (3). 3,660 students (31.2%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 44 students (0.4%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 573 teachers, and 38 pupil services personnel. 94.2% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,776. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Orchard Elementary School District 921 Fox Ln, San Jose CA 95131, 408-944-0397

The Orchard Elementary School District is a single school district located in San Jose serving 774 students in grades K-8. 253 students (32.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 1 student (0.1%) is enrolled in an Alternative Education program. The district employs 38 teachers. 94.7% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,430. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Union Elementary School District 5175 Union Ave, San Jose CA 95130, 408-377-8010

The Union Elementary School District educates 4,413 students in grades K-8, housed in 8 buildings serving the communities of Los Gatos and San Jose. Grade configurations are K-5 (6) and 6-8 (2). 292 students (6.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 14 students (0.3%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 214 teachers, and 16 pupil services personnel. 97.2% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,747. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Santa Clara Unified School District 1889 Lawrence Rd, Santa Clara CA 94052, 408-423-2000

The Santa Clara Unified School District educates 10,228 students in grades K-12, housed in 23 buildings serving the communities of Alviso, Santa Clara, San Jose and Sunnyvale. Grade configurations are K-5 (16), 6-8 (3), 1-12 (1), and 9-12 (3). 3,676 students (26%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 451 students (3.2%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 684 teachers, and 77 pupil services personnel. Child care programs housed at district elementary schools provide before- & after-school care and summer camps for elementary school age children as well as infant, toddler, and preschool programs (ages served at each elementary school site vary). 90.7% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,340. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Fremont Union High School District 589 W Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale CA 94087, 408-522-2200

The Fremont Union High School District operates 6 schools located in the communities of Cupertino, Sunnyvale and San Jose, educating 9,890 students in grades 9-12. 994 students (10.1%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 201 students (2%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 432 teachers, and 34 pupil services personnel. 90.4% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,042. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Sunnyvale Elementary School District 819 W Iowa Ave, Sunnyvale CA 94088, 408-522-8200

The Sunnyvale Elementary School District educates 5,967 students in grades K-8, housed in 11 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (8), 6-8 (2), and 8 (1). 2,171 students (1.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 2 students (0.0%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs (Adair Community Day School). The district employs 311 teachers, and 14 pupil services personnel. 93.1% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,246. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Palo Alto Unified School District 25 Churchill Ave, Palo Alto CA 94306, 650-329-3700

The Palo Alto Unified School District educates 9,213 students in grades K-12, housed in 18 buildings serving the communities of Palo Alto and Stanford. Grade configurations are K-5 (11), K-12 (1), 6-8 (3) and 9-12 (2). 1,336 students (12.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 47 students (0.4%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 709 teachers, and 64 pupil services personnel. 96.9% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $11,170. School-aged child care is available after-school (and in some cases, before-school) at each of the district's elementary schools through private child care providers. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Milpitas Unified School District 1331 E Calaveras Blvd, Milpitas CA 95035, 408-945-2300

The Milpitas Unified School District educates 9,743 students in grades K-12, housed in 14 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-6 (9), 7-8 (2), 8-12 (1), 9-12 (1) and 10-12 (1). 2,377 students (24.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 266 students (2.7%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 411 teachers, and 51 pupil services personnel. 96.8% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,293. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. An after-school program, operated by Milpitas Recreation Services, meets at some of the local elementary schools.

 

 

Cupertino Union School District 10301 Vista Dr, Cupertino CA 95014, 408-252-3000

The Cupertino Union Elementary School District educates 16,572 students in grades K-8, housed in 25 buildings serving the communities of Cupertino, Los Altos, San Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga and Sunnyvale. Grade configurations are K-5 (12), K-6 (7), K-8 (1) and 6-8 (5). 2,108 students (15.1%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 809 teachers, and 32 pupil services personnel. 94.9% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,430. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Montebello Elementary School District 15101 Montebello Rd, Cupertino CA 94014, 408-867-3618

The Montebello Elementary School District is a single school district serving 35 students in grades K-6. 4 students (11.4%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 4 teachers. 37.5% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $10,903. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Mountain View-Whisman School District 750 A San Pierre Way, Mountain View CA 94043, 650-526-3500

The Mountain View-Whisman Elementary School District educates 4,321 students in grades K-8, housed in 9 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (7) and 6-8 (2). 1,840 students (42.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 55 students (1.3%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 231 teachers, and 12 pupil services personnel. 94.4% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,365. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling. Free after-school programs for children in grades K-8 are offered in cooperation with the Mountain View Recreation Division.

 

 

Mountain View-Los Altos Union H.S. District 1299 Bryant Ave, Mountain View CA 94040, 650-940-4650

The Mountain View-Los Altos High School District educates 7,721 students in grades 9-12, housed in 3 buildings serving the communities of Los Altos and Mountain View. 245 students (6.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 276 students (7.5%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 192 teachers, and 17 pupil services personnel. 89.2% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $9,783. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Campbell Union High School District 3235 Union Ave, San Jose CA 95124, 408-371-0960, ext 2002

The Campbell Union High School District educates 7,721 students in grades 9-12, housed in 7 buildings serving the communities of Campbell, Saratoga and San Jose. 365 students (4.7%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 162 students (2.1%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 365 teachers, and 22 pupil services personnel. 88.3% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,746. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Campbell Union Elementary School District 155 N 3rd St, Campbell CA 94513, 408-364-4200

The Campbell Union Elementary School District educates 7,352 students in grades K-8, housed in 12 buildings serving the communities of Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga and San Jose. Grade configurations are K-5 (7), K-4 (1), K-6 (1), and 5-8 (3). The K-6 program is a charter school. 2,523 students (34.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient and 21 students (0.3%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 390 teachers, and 21 pupil services personnel. 97.2% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,737. District-run child care programs housed at district elementary and middle schools provide before- & after-school care and summer camps for students in grades K-8 ("Campbell Care"). A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Gilroy Unified School District 7810 Arroyo Circle, Gilroy CA 95020, 408-847-2700

The Gilroy Unified School District educates 9,961 students in grades K-12, housed in 15 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (8), K-8 (1), 6-8 (2), 7-10 (1) and 9-12 (3). 2,850 students (28.6%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 579 students (5.8%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 488 teachers, and 31 pupil services personnel. 91.9% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,613. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Los Altos Elementary School District 201 Covington Rd, Los Altos CA 94024, 650-947-1155

The Los Altos Elementary School District educates 4,036 students in grades K-8, housed in 9 buildings serving the communities of Los Altos and Mountain View. Grade configurations are K-6 (7), and 7-8 (2). 255 students (6.3%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 222 teachers, and 16 pupil services personnel. 95.9% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $8,593. Before- and/or After-school child care through various non-profit and private child care providers is available at some of the district elementary schools. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Morgan Hill Unified School District 15600 Concord Dr, Morgan Hill CA 95037, 408-779-5272

The Morgan Hill Unified School District educates 9,213 students in grades K-12, housed in 15 buildings serving the communities of Morgan Hill, San Martin and San Jose. Grade configurations are K-6 (8), K-8 (1), K-11 (1), 6-8 (1), 7-8 (1), 8-11 (1), 9-12 (1) and 10-12 (1). 1,794 students (19.5%) are classified as Limited English Proficient, and 132 students (1.4%) are enrolled in Alternative Education programs. The district employs 454 teachers, and 28 pupil services personnel. 96.6% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $6,286. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.

 

 

Saratoga Union Elementary School District 20460 Forrest Hills Dr, Saratoga CA 95070, 408-867-3424

The Saratoga Union Elementary School District educates 2,393 students in grades K-8, housed in 4 buildings across the city. Grade configurations are K-5 (3), and 6-8 (1). 42 students (1.8%) are classified as Limited English Proficient. The district employs 131 teachers, and 9 pupil services personnel. 96.2% of teachers have full teaching credentials. Per-pupil cost (district) is $7,143. A variety of programs, services, and personnel are provided for Limited English Speaking (LEP), Gifted & Talented, and Special Needs students. Support services for all students, as needed, include speech/language, tutoring and counseling.