Serving 728 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tom Hawkins 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tom Hawkins Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Tom Hawkins Elementary School's student population of 728 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
728 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Tom Hawkins 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 Tom Hawkins Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#3422 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tom Hawkins Elementary School's ranking?
Tom Hawkins Elementary School is ranked #3422 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Tom Hawkins Elementary School often compared to?
Tom Hawkins Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anthony C. Traina Elementary School, Monticello Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tom Hawkins Elementary School?
728 students attend Tom Hawkins Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Tom Hawkins Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tom Hawkins Elementary School?
Tom Hawkins Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tom Hawkins Elementary School offer ?
Tom Hawkins Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Tom Hawkins Elementary School part of?
Tom Hawkins Elementary School is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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