Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 437 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
437 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School 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
#31 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
White
27%
20%
Two or more races
23%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #31 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cipriani Elementary School, Fox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
437 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Central Elementary School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Belmont-Redwood Shores Elementary School District.
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