Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Katherine Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Katherine Elementary School's student population of 300 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Katherine Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Katherine Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2274 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
37%
20%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Katherine Elementary School's ranking?
Katherine Elementary School is ranked #2274 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Katherine Elementary School often compared to?
Katherine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like White Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Katherine Elementary School?
300 students attend Katherine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Katherine Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Katherine Elementary School?
Katherine Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Katherine Elementary School offer ?
Katherine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Katherine Elementary School part of?
Katherine Elementary School is part of Simi Valley Unified School District.
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