Serving 46 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Yosemite National Park El Portal ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (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 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% 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: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yosemite National Park El Portal ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Yosemite National Park El Portal's student population of 46 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yosemite National Park El Portal ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yosemite National Park El Portal is 0.45, 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
#2711 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yosemite National Park El Portal's ranking?
Yosemite National Park El Portal is ranked #2711 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% 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 Yosemite National Park El Portal?
46 students attend Yosemite National Park El Portal.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Yosemite National Park El Portal students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yosemite National Park El Portal?
Yosemite National Park El Portal has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yosemite National Park El Portal offer ?
Yosemite National Park El Portal offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Yosemite National Park El Portal part of?
Yosemite National Park El Portal is part of Mariposa County Unified School District.
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