Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mission Avenue Open 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 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Math Proficiency: 38%
- Reading Proficiency: 55%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mission Avenue Open Elementary School's student population of 426 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mission Avenue Open Elementary School is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)55%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
64%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Mission Avenue Open Elementary School?
426 students attend Mission Avenue Open Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Mission Avenue Open Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mission Avenue Open Elementary School?
Mission Avenue Open Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mission Avenue Open Elementary School offer ?
Mission Avenue Open Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mission Avenue Open Elementary School part of?
Mission Avenue Open Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/28/2011
Did you know that Mission Avenue Open Elementary is an alternative school? Wait a minute, they are onto something.....something wonderful. While the school lives up to the state and district standards, they are onto something with Piaget’s developmental learning theory, Dewey’s constructivist learning theory, Montessori’s use of manipulative materials, and Kohl’s thematic, integrated curriculum. Wow, that sounds like a mouthful. Guess what? My child gets to experience this at school everyday.....and it is virtually seamless. What's not to love about this school? Not much. For a public school, it acts like a private school education that people normally pay for. Guess again? Your tax dollars go to this school and are well spent. How may public schools can say that in California? Let's hope that they are many. In the San Juan Unified School District in the Sacramento Area, you can find the investment the future, our future, well spent. Also, to add some additional information, Mission is definitely into the arts and music. It's a great place for all children to experience a creativity.
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