Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Argonaut Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 94% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Argonaut Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Saratoga, CA, encompassing approximately 23.6 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Argonaut 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
Argonaut Elementary School's student population of 367 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Argonaut Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Argonaut Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
74%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 34-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 Argonaut Elementary School's ranking?
Argonaut Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Argonaut Elementary School often compared to?
Argonaut Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill Elementary School, Saratoga Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Argonaut Elementary School?
367 students attend Argonaut Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Argonaut Elementary School students are Asian, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Argonaut Elementary School?
Argonaut Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Argonaut Elementary School offer ?
Argonaut Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Argonaut Elementary School part of?
Argonaut Elementary School is part of Saratoga Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Argonaut Elementary School located?
Argonaut Elementary School is located in the Golden Triangle neighborhood of Saratoga, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Golden Triangle.
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