Serving 490 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet's student population of 490 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#222 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
41%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet's ranking?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet is ranked #222 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet often compared to?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Sartorette Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet?
490 students attend Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet students are Asian, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet offer ?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet part of?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet is part of Cambrian School District.
In what neighborhood is Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet located?
Steindorf Steam K-8 Magnet is located in the Willow Glen neighborhood of San Jose, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Willow Glen.
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