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Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School

651 DANA AVE SAN JOSE CA 95126

Top 25% School in California

Ranked 716 of 3907 in California

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About Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School

Ledesma (Rita) Elementary is a public school in San Jose, California. It is in a big city and serves students in kindergarten through sixth grade. The school has about 452 students and about 18 full-time equivalent teachers, which means that there is one teacher for every 25 students. Ledesma (Rita) Elementary has a lot of different academic programs and enrichment activities. The main focus is on reading, math, and science, but there are also programs in the arts, technology, and physical education. The school also helps students who are learning English and those who have different learning needs, which makes for a well-rounded and welcoming school environment.

The student body is diverse, with 51% female and 48% male students. About 36% of the students come from low-income families. U.S. News says that about half of students are proficient in math and 60% in English language arts (ELA), which shows that they are doing well in school. Ledesma (Rita) Elementary is known for its supportive learning environment, involvement in the community, and focus on student success, which helps students continue to do well in school.

Contact Information

Address

651 DANA AVE SAN JOSE CA 95126

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Phone

(408) 535-6257

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 52% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
23 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
17
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
463
Total Students
$108215
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 716 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Ledesma (Rita) Elementary School

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 2:35 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 17.2%
Asian 4.1%
Hispanic 71.2%
Black 2%
Two+ Races 5.2%
Native Am. 0%
White
17.2%
Asian
4.1%
Hispanic
71.2%
Black
2%
Two+ Races
5.2%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 463
50.2%
232 Female
49.8%
231 Male

Student Population

463 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

People are talking a lot about Ledesma (Rita) Elementary in San Jose, California, because it helps kids learn and get involved in the community. People have said good things about the school because it has high standards. Its representatives have been chosen to be District Advisory Committee Representatives and Home & School Club Presidents. Ledesma is dedicated to making sure that students, parents, and teachers get along well with each other, as this award shows.

The Oak Grove School District has also held its annual events, which show off the many cultures that live in the district. Ledesma Elementary is still a great place for kids to learn and grow because it has a dedicated staff and a lot of support from the community.

FAQ

Q1. Are there any events at The School that families can attend?

Ans. Yes, the school has literacy nights, workshops for parents, and community events all year long.


Q2. How does the school help new students who start in the middle of the year?

Ans. Adams Elementary helps kids get used to new places by giving them orientation help and introductions to other kids.


Q3. Is there someone to watch over the kids before school?

Ans. Limited supervision is usually available just before classes start.


Q4. Does the school take food allergies into account?

Ans. Yes, the nurse and classroom staff can help you make individual plans.


Q5. Are there clubs for extra activities?

Ans. Depending on staffing and resources, the school sometimes offers rotating enrichment activities.

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.

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The Secret Language of Birds

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

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