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Ellis Elementary

550 East Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA, 94086

About Ellis Elementary

Ellis Elementary is located at 550 East Olive Avenue in the Sunnyvale West area. The school serves 629 students in grades K-5 and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 23:1. Proficiency levels are reported at 47% for math and 59% for reading. The gender mix among the student body is 48% female and 52% male.There is a strong sense of community at the school, and it works hard to make sure that everyone has the same chances. Instructional teams work to make personalized paths for students who need extra help with their schoolwork. There is plenty of room on campus for outdoor activities and group-based physical education. Most homes in the area cost between $1,500,000 and $2,300,000. Parents' comments show that they trust the principal's leadership and the school's caring approach. People in the community often talk about how the school brings neighbors together through different site-based programs. This school is working hard to be one ofthe best elementary schools in California.

Ellis Elementary Contact Information

Address

550 East Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA, 94086

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Phone

(408) 522-8260

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 47%
Reading 59%
State average proficiency is 47% in Math and 59% in Reading.
33
Full-time Teachers
23 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
758
Total Students
$137722
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 1640 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Ellis 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
🚀
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 – 2:30 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 12.53%
Asian 40.5%
Hispanic 38.39%
Black 1.19%
Two+ Races 6.73%
Native Am. 0.4%
White
12.53%
Asian
40.5%
Hispanic
38.39%
Black
1.19%
Two+ Races
6.73%
Native Am.
0.4%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 758
48.42%
367 Female
51.58%
391 Male

Student Population

758 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The district's recent acceptance into a major national network of innovative school districts is still helping Ellis Elementary. The school is currently promoting African American History Month through a resolution passed by the Board to integrate truthful history into the curriculum. Parents are also welcome to join the next "Coffee with the Principal" sessions to talk about the school's goals.

FAQ

Q1. What is the KLAS program at Ellis Elementary?

Ans. Kids Learning After School is mostly for foster kids and kids who are learning English as a second language.

Q2. Is there a special reading program at Ellis Elementary?

Ans. The school was praised for its Units of Study in Reading and Writing, which helped students learn advanced reading and writing skills.

Q3. What coding classes are offered at Ellis Elementary?

Ans. The PTA runs after-school coding classes where kids learn how to sequence and master logic by making mini-games.

Q4. Has Ellis Elementary School been updated recently?

Ans. In late 2024, a big project to modernize the campus was finished. It updated a number of learning and social spaces.

Q5. Does Ellis Elementary have events that celebrate different cultures?

Ans. To celebrate the different backgrounds of its students, the school puts on multicultural festivals and living history programs.

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

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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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