Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alisal Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Alisal Elementary serves the northeast part of Pleasanton, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alisal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Alisal Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alisal Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alisal Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1383 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
53%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
25%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2011–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alisal Elementary School's ranking?
Alisal Elementary School is ranked #1383 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alisal Elementary School often compared to?
Alisal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Grove Elementary School, Fairlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alisal Elementary School?
544 students attend Alisal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Alisal Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alisal Elementary School?
Alisal Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alisal Elementary School offer ?
Alisal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alisal Elementary School part of?
Alisal Elementary School is part of Pleasanton Unified School District.
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