Amador Elementary School

 2100 E Cantara Dr, Dublin, CA 94568, United States

J.M. Amador Elementary School is a highly ranked, public school located in Dublin, CA. It has 968-grade K-5 students with a 25 to 1 student-teacher ratio. 88 percent of students are at least proficient in mathematics and 88 percent in reading, according to the state test scores. It is one of the District’s newest schools. Teachers deliver good lessons and prepare them for the next grade.

For the 2016-17 academic year, the number of students attaining Math skills is 88 percent (which is higher than the California state average of 38 percent). For the 2016-17 academic year, the number of students who gain Reading / Language Arts skills is 88 percent (which is higher than the California state average of 48 percent).

That same academic year, it is ranked in the top 1 percent of all California schools in average test scores (math ability is top 1 percent, and reading ability is top 5 percent). Minority enrollment is 91 percent of the student body (majority Asian), which is 76 percent higher than the state average in California. The 23:1 student: teacher ratio is equal to the 23:1 State average in California. 

The student population of 874 students at J.M. Amador Elementary School has increased by 17 percent over five school years. Over five school years, the teacher population of 38 teachers has increased by 15 percent. Its Diversity Rating is 0.33 which is less than the state average diversity score of 0.64. Throughout five school years, the demographic of the school has remained largely unchanged.

It’s an ultra-modern school. Not only is it the largest elementary school, but it is also the best one in DUSD. The Principal is awesome. She is approachable and always open to parents ‘ suggestions on any problems they may have. Her guidance and the diligence of students, teachers, and parents have made Amador a distinguished school awarded by CA.

The PFC is very solid and all credit goes to the outstanding parent volunteers who plan fantastic, enjoyable & learning activities during the school year, not only for the students but also for families. The school is a prime example of an all-inclusive and diverse culture, from STEM Science competition to Multicultural talent show to Art programs.

Amador Elementary’s teachers are fantastic. Given the increasing population with more and more families coming to the city, Amador administration has shown impressive responses not only in terms of traffic but also in terms of the registration process.