August 6, 2007
Spotlight: Saratoga Union Elementary Schools
Another city in the South Bay noted for excellent schools is Saratoga. From CST results, it is easily seen that student’s test scores are considerably higher than the state average:
Scale: % at or above proficient
Grade 2
English Language Arts
91% (2006)
87% (2005)
83% (2004)
87% (2003)
The state average for English Language Arts was 47% in 2006.
Math
94% (2006)
91% (2005)
93% (2004)
96% (2003)
The state average for Math was 59% in 2006.
Source: CA Dept. of Education, 2005-2006
Class sizes are small – around 20 students per teacher and 96% of the teachers have a full credential.
There are three elementary schools in Saratoga: Argonaut, Saratoga, and Foothill. All show scores and ratings quite similar in their excellence.
