Serving 322 students in grades 4-5, Mariposa ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mariposa 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
Mariposa's student population of 322 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Mariposa ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mariposa is 0.74, 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
#127 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
32%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mariposa's ranking?
Mariposa is ranked #127 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mariposa often compared to?
Mariposais often viewed alongside schools like San Carlos Charter Learning Center, Arroyo by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mariposa?
322 students attend Mariposa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Mariposa students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mariposa?
Mariposa has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mariposa offer ?
Mariposa offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Mariposa part of?
Mariposa is part of San Carlos Elementary School District.
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