Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Math Proficiency: 35%
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion's student population of 582 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is 0.33, 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)35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)42%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion often compared to?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersionis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion?
582 students attend Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion offer ?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion part of?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is part of Redwood City Elementary School District.
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