Serving 105 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kernville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kernville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Kernville Elementary School's student population of 105 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1932
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Kernville 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 Kernville Elementary School is 0.48, which is less 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
#2711 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
White
67%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kernville Elementary School's ranking?
Kernville Elementary School is ranked #2711 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kernville Elementary School?
105 students attend Kernville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kernville Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kernville Elementary School?
Kernville Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kernville Elementary School offer ?
Kernville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kernville Elementary School part of?
Kernville Elementary School is part of Kernville Union Elementary School District.
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