Here are the top Elementary Schools in California, USA. This will help you determine which schools provide quality education for every student and which has the best established academic foundation.

Rank 1

William Faria Elementary school

Cupertino City

585 total no. of students as of 2006

The Faria A+ School provides traditionally structured and teacher directed procedures for the student's way of learning. The school's academic program aims to develop the child and to inculcate critical thinking, providing a deeper understanding and concept of the basic line of academic subjects such as:

• Reading

• Language arts

• Mathematics

• Social studies

• Science

This program also trains the students to develop their social skills and character behavior, making the children responsible citizens in their community. Aside from this, they can become successful ones in school. The location of the learning school is at 10301 Vista Drive, Cupertino CA 95014-2091. Feel free to inquire at 408-252-0706; fax: 408-253-0271.

Rank 2

Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School

San Jose City

456 total no. of students as of 2006

The Nelson S. Dilworth Elementary School is known for its solid educational foundation. In the last 45 years, it has provided students a supportive environment. The school's instructional program includes a basic skill building process of learning and varieties of enrichment opportunities. Each student is considered as a unique individual who should be developed into an informed citizen of society. Every staff member is committed to nurturing and guiding the educational and social growth of each student so that he matures into a responsible and productive individual.

The site is located in West San Jose CA. From West, Dilworth is surrounded by Miller Avenue; from North, the Bollinger Road; from East, Lawrence expressway; from South, Saratoga Creek, Lynbrook High School and Miller Junior High.

Rank 3

Millikin Elementary School

Santa Clara City

368 total no. of students as of 2006

Rank 4

John M Gomes Primary School

Fremont City

889 total no. of students as of 2006

The John M. Gomes Elementary School was established in the early 1970s. An elementary school in California is commonly known as Gomes Elementary. Douglas Whipple is the present principal.

The school possesses all the expertise needed in providing opportunities for education. It caters to the challenge of inspiring all ages with their talents and a leveling method. This is thru enabling the students prepare with each skill; plus adapting and succeeding in an ever-changing world. It is located at number 555 Lemos Lane 94539 Fremont Cal.

Rank 5

Chadbourne Elementary School

Fremont City

740 students as of 2006

Rank 6

Mission San Jose Primary School

Fremont City

589 students as of 2006

The Mission San Jose Primary School is also called as “the home of Mustangs”. It is nestled in the foothills of historic Mission Peak and located at the center of San Jose District. It is a small school in the heart of every person living within the community where great ideas strike a harmonious chord, making it a study in contrast.

It is a very old school with forward thinking techniques and a new school exhibiting tradition bound ideas. Each student is nurtured into developing their unique talent and ability within a supportive environment.

MSJE has a professional well trained staff, strong community support and academic excellence as its best reputation. Its location is at 43545 Bryant Street Fremont, CA 94539. You may call at (510) 6561200; fax: (510) 6514211

Rank 7

Murdock-Portal Elementary School

San Jose City

539 students as of 2006

Rank 8

Herbert Hoover Elementary School

Palo Alto City

369 students as of 2006

Rank 9

West Hillsborough Elementary School

Hillsborough City

368 students as of 2006

Rank 10

Fred E. Weibel Elementary School

805 students as of 2006