Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-5, J. E. Van Wig 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Math Proficiency: 40-44%
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of J. E. Van Wig Elementary School is 0.13, 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)40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)45-49%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are J. E. Van Wig Elementary School often compared to?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Academy, Don Julian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend J. E. Van Wig Elementary School?
332 students attend J. E. Van Wig Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of J. E. Van Wig Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. E. Van Wig Elementary School?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does J. E. Van Wig Elementary School offer ?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is J. E. Van Wig Elementary School part of?
J. E. Van Wig Elementary School is part of Bassett Unified School District.
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