Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-8, San Joaquin 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Joaquin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
San Joaquin Elementary School's student population of 518 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Joaquin 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 San Joaquin Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#8709 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 San Joaquin Elementary School's ranking?
San Joaquin Elementary School is ranked #8709 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Joaquin Elementary School?
518 students attend San Joaquin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of San Joaquin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Joaquin Elementary School?
San Joaquin Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Joaquin Elementary School offer ?
San Joaquin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is San Joaquin Elementary School part of?
San Joaquin Elementary School is part of Golden Plains Unified School District.
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