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Northwood Elementary

2760 East Trimble Rd., San Jose, CA, 95132

Top 10% School in California

Ranked 317 of 6840 in California

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About Northwood Elementary

Northwood Elementary is a public school in San Jose, California. It teaches kids from kindergarten to fifth grade. There are about 454 students at the school, and there are 18 full-time equivalent teachers, which means there is one teacher for every 25 students. Northwood Elementary is in a big city and is part of the Berryessa Union Elementary School District. The school has a standards-aligned curriculum that focuses on English language arts, math, science, and social studies. It also has programs in music, physical education, and support for students who are learning English. There are a lot of different kinds of students at the school. 46% are female and 54% are male. 13% of the students are economically disadvantaged. Northwood Elementary has a strong academic record, with 74% of students doing well in math and 79% doing well in reading. This shows that the school places a high value on academic standards. The school is a good place to learn because it focuses on both academic success and student health. In general, Northwood Elementary is known for having a diverse student body, good teaching, and strong academic results that set students up for future success.

Northwood Elementary Contact Information

Address

2760 East Trimble Rd., San Jose, CA, 95132

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Phone

(408) 923-1940

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 74%
Reading 79%
State average proficiency is 74% in Math and 79% in Reading.
18
Full-time Teachers
25 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
454
Total Students
$122047
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 317 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Northwood Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM to 2:15 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 5.51%
Asian 80.62%
Hispanic 8.81%
Black 1.1%
Two+ Races 2.42%
Native Am. 0.88%
White
5.51%
Asian
80.62%
Hispanic
8.81%
Black
1.1%
Two+ Races
2.42%
Native Am.
0.88%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 454
46.04%
209 Female
53.96%
245 Male

Student Population

454 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 25 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Northwood Elementary in San Jose, California, is getting ready for a great winter break! As the school year comes to an end, students and staff are looking forward to some much-needed time off. The school's mission makes it clear that it is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where students can do well in school and make friends.

Northwood Elementary has a lot of programs that help students grow and learn, with the goal of giving them more power. The school's goal is to get students ready for the future by teaching them how to think critically and be active citizens in a global community. As the holidays get closer, Northwood Elementary is spreading happiness and joy, making it a special time for students, parents, and staff.

FAQ

Q1. What does the school do to help students think critically?

Ans. Teachers use hands-on experiments and inquiry-based projects to help students think critically.

Q2. Are there any special programs for students with different needs?

Ans. The School helps students with different learning needs and gives all of them chances to learn more.

Q3. What role do families play in their children's education?

Ans. Families stay connected to the school community through family nights, parent workshops, and regular updates.

Q4. What type of learning does The School emphasize?

Ans. The School emphasizes active learning techniques that facilitate critical thinking, collaboration among peers, and the establishment of robust academic foundations within a secure environment.

Q5. What else does the school do to help students grow besides schoolwork?

Ans. The school helps students grow socially by giving them structured activities that help them become more confident, responsible, and good friends with other students.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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