Nordstrom Elementary: Top-Rated K-5 Education in Morgan Hill (2026 List)

About Nordstrom Elementary

Nordstrom Elementary School is located at 1425 East Dunne Avenue in Morgan Hill. This school serves grades K-5 with an enrollment of 612 students. The student–teacher ratio is 22:1. Math proficiency is 53% and reading proficiency is 66%. The gender mix is 50% female and 50% male. The school has a community-focused atmosphere that encourages students to be good citizens. The school building has been a part of the community's infrastructure for a long time. Large gathering spaces are used for school-wide events and to honor students. Students can safely walk around campus thanks to well-marked paths. Students can use the shaded areas during lunch and playtime. Windows in the classroom let in natural light, which helps make the learning environment bright. During arrival and departure times, staff members keep an eye on the front gates. To make sure students are safe, shared equipment is checked on a regular basis. In this neighborhood, homes cost between $950,000 and $1,600,000. Parents often comment on how involved and caring the teachers are. This is one of the best elementary schools in California.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 53%

Reading 66%

State average proficiency is 53% in Math and 66% in Reading.

28

Full-time Teachers

22 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

1

Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)

623

Total Students

$58409

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 33.71%

Asian 15.25%

Hispanic 32.42%

Black 0.96%

Two+ Races 17.01%

Native Am. 0.48%

White

33.71%

Asian

15.25%

Hispanic

32.42%

Black

0.96%

Two+ Races

17.01%

Native Am.

0.48%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 623

48.8%

304 Female

51.2%

319 Male

Student Population

623 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Nordstrom Elementary Contact Information

Address

1425 East Dunne Ave., Morgan Hill, CA, 95037

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Phone

(408) 201-6440

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Website

mhusd.org

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.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:50 AM – 2:35 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:35 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.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

As part of the district's spring literacy initiatives, Nordstrom Elementary is helping to find community volunteers to read aloud in classrooms. The school is also getting families ready for the spring break that all MHUSD students will have later this month. Staff members are now finishing up the process of enrolling students in TK and Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year through the district's central office.

FAQ

Q1. Is there a specific school mascot for Nordstrom Elementary?

Ans. To help build a strong sense of community on campus, the school mascot is a big part of spirit days and assemblies.

Q2. What is Nordstrom Elementary's library policy?

Ans. Students go to the library once a week to check out books and learn important research skills with the help of the librarian.

Q3. Does Nordstrom Elementary have a program for the winter holidays?

Ans. Different grades put on musical shows to celebrate the winter season with their families and the school community.

Q4. What does Nordstrom Elementary do to keep kids safe during recess?

Ans. Staff members use a detailed supervision plan to keep an eye on all the play areas and make sure that students follow the safety rules that have been set.

Q5. Does Nordstrom Elementary have computer labs?

Ans. The campus has a special technology lab where students learn how to be good digital citizens and how to use a keyboard during the week.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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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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