Serving 388 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Arundel Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 ≥95% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arundel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Arundel Elementary School's student population of 388 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
388 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arundel Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arundel Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#126 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arundel Elementary School's ranking?
Arundel Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arundel Elementary School often compared to?
Arundel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heather Elementary School, Brittan Acres Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arundel Elementary School?
388 students attend Arundel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Arundel Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arundel Elementary School?
Arundel Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arundel Elementary School offer ?
Arundel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Arundel Elementary School part of?
Arundel Elementary School is part of San Carlos Elementary School District.
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