Serving 39 students in grades Kindergarten-8,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥80% (which was higher than the California state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥80% (which was higher than the California state average of 58%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment was 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
39 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥80%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥80%
58%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
8%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
90%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2012-2013 (latest school year available) 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?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% CA state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 58% CA state average).
How many students attend Pinecrest Elementary School?
39 students attend Pinecrest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Pinecrest Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pinecrest Elementary School?
Pinecrest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pinecrest Elementary School offer ?
Pinecrest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pinecrest Elementary School part of?
Pinecrest Elementary School is part of Twain Harte School District.
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