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Taylor (Bertha) Elementary School

5000 LYNG DR SAN JOSE CA 95111

About Taylor (Bertha) Elementary School

Taylor (Bertha) Elementary is a public school in San Jose, California, which is a big city. There are 522 students at the school, which serves students in kindergarten through sixth grade. The student–teacher ratio is 25:1. There are 21 full-time teachers who help run the school. There are 52% girls and 48% boys in the student body, and 22% of the students are from low-income families.

Taylor (Bertha) Elementary has a curriculum that meets California state standards. It focuses on teaching the basics of reading and math, as well as activities that help students grow in all areas. 56% of students scored at or above the proficient level in math on recent tests, and 58% reached proficiency in reading. This is better than the state average for both subjects. The school has a wide range of students and benefits from parents and the community being involved. Taylor (Bertha) Elementary is in a residential area of San Jose. It has strong academic performance, a diverse student body, and supportive teaching. There are also chances to keep helping students grow and succeed.

Contact Information

Address

5000 LYNG DR SAN JOSE CA 95111

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Phone

(408) 227-7332

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 44%
Reading 44%
State average proficiency is 44% in Math and 44% in Reading.
14
Full-time Teachers
24 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
529
Total Students
$108215
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 1343 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Taylor (Bertha) 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
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
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 - 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 3.9%
Asian 19.4%
Hispanic 65.8%
Black 3.3%
Two+ Races 5.8%
Native Am. 0%
White
3.9%
Asian
19.4%
Hispanic
65.8%
Black
3.3%
Two+ Races
5.8%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 529
44.8%
237 Female
55.2%
292 Male

Student Population

529 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

The students at Taylor (Bertha) Elementary in San Jose, California, can't wait for winter break! As the school year comes to an end, students and staff are looking forward to a break from school. The school is dedicated to creating a welcoming space where students can do well in school and in life.

The PTA works hard to plan events and activities that get the community involved and help students feel better, like the Harvest Festival, Family Dance, and Movie Night. Principal and other teachers are committed to making sure that all the students get a well-rounded education. This is clear from the school's many programs that focus on creativity and inclusion.

FAQ

Q1. What do families do to stay involved?

Ans. The school wants families to get involved and keeps parents up to date through regular communication and school events.


Q2. What kinds of growth are important for you?

Ans. The School teaches kids how to be responsible, respectful, and behave well every day as part of their learning.


Q3. What kind of teaching does The School do every day?

Ans. The School puts a lot of emphasis on clear explanations, guided practice, and regular feedback to help students understand what they are learning and use it with confidence.


Q4. What kind of mood is in the classroom?

Ans. The School makes sure that the classroom is a safe and friendly place for students to learn and talk about their ideas.


Q5. What does the school do to show that it cares about how hard students work?

Ans. The School gives students prizes for making progress, participating, and sticking with it, which keeps them motivated and confident.

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

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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