Serving 101 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lee Vining 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 50-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% 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: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- 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
Lee Vining Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lee Vining Elementary School's student population of 101 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Lee Vining 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 Lee Vining 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
#3029 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lee Vining Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Vining Elementary School is ranked #3029 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 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lee Vining Elementary School?
101 students attend Lee Vining Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lee Vining Elementary School students are White, 46% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Vining Elementary School?
Lee Vining Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lee Vining Elementary School offer ?
Lee Vining Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lee Vining Elementary School part of?
Lee Vining Elementary School is part of Eastern Sierra Unified School District.
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