Serving 303 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gault 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 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gault Elementary School's student population of 303 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gault Elementary School is 0.48, 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)30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)30-34%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gault Elementary School often compared to?
Gault Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Live Oak Elementary School, Del Mar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Gault Elementary School?
303 students attend Gault Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Gault Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gault Elementary School?
Gault Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gault Elementary School offer ?
Gault Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gault Elementary School part of?
Gault Elementary School is part of Santa Cruz City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Gault Elementary School located?
Gault Elementary School is located in the Seabright neighborhood of Santa Cruz, CA.
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