Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Roche 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Math Proficiency: 27%
- Reading Proficiency: 37%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roche Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roche Elementary School's student population of 334 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Roche Elementary School is 0.36, 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)27%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)37%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
79%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Roche Elementary School?
334 students attend Roche Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Roche Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roche Elementary School?
Roche Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Roche Elementary School offer ?
Roche Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Roche Elementary School part of?
Roche Elementary School is part of Porterville Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Roche Elementary School located?
Roche Elementary School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Porterville, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown.
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