Serving 495 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Carmen Dragon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen Dragon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carmen Dragon Elementary School's student population of 495 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Carmen Dragon Elementary School, in partnership with our parents and community members, is to empower students, teachers, and parents to be lifelong learners and achievers in an ever-changing diverse world.
School Rankings
Carmen Dragon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmen Dragon Elementary School is 0.76, 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
#7537 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
31%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmen Dragon Elementary School's ranking?
Carmen Dragon Elementary School is ranked #7537 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Carmen Dragon Elementary School often compared to?
Carmen Dragon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Tree Elementary School, Muir (John) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carmen Dragon Elementary School?
495 students attend Carmen Dragon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Carmen Dragon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmen Dragon Elementary School?
Carmen Dragon Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carmen Dragon Elementary School offer ?
Carmen Dragon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Carmen Dragon Elementary School part of?
Carmen Dragon Elementary School is part of Antioch Unified School District.
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