Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School's student population of 525 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#1819 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School is ranked #1819 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newhall Elementary School, Golden Oak Community by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School?
525 students attend Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School offer ?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School part of?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School is part of Newhall School District.
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Last Day of School
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
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