Serving 118 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gorman Elementary School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower 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 30:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gorman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Gorman Elementary School's student population of 118 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Gorman 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 Gorman Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#4078 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
45%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Gorman Elementary School's ranking?
Gorman Elementary School is ranked #4078 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?
20-29% 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 Gorman Elementary School?
118 students attend Gorman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Gorman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gorman Elementary School?
Gorman Elementary School has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gorman Elementary School offer ?
Gorman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gorman Elementary School part of?
Gorman Elementary School is part of Gorman Joint School District.
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