Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garden Village Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garden Village Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Garden Village Elementary School's student population of 288 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
288 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 15, 2026
Last Day of School
Tue. May 25, 2027
School Rankings
Garden Village Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garden Village Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garden Village Elementary School's ranking?
Garden Village Elementary School is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garden Village Elementary School?
288 students attend Garden Village Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Garden Village Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garden Village Elementary School?
Garden Village Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Garden Village Elementary School offer ?
Garden Village Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Garden Village Elementary School part of?
Garden Village Elementary School is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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