Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thomas Kelly 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Kelly Elementary School's student population of 321 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomas Kelly 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 Thomas Kelly 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
#7478 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Kelly Elementary School is ranked #7478 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Thomas Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Heights Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Kelly Elementary School?
321 students attend Thomas Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Thomas Kelly Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Kelly Elementary School?
Thomas Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Kelly Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Thomas Kelly Elementary School part of?
Thomas Kelly Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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