Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Calistoga 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Calistoga Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Calistoga, CA, encompassing approximately 93.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 10.2 miles at its farthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calistoga Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calistoga Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calistoga Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#4669 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
86%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calistoga Elementary School's ranking?
Calistoga Elementary School is ranked #4669 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Calistoga Elementary School?
405 students attend Calistoga Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Calistoga Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Calistoga Elementary School?
Calistoga Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Calistoga Elementary School offer ?
Calistoga Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Calistoga Elementary School part of?
Calistoga Elementary School is part of Calistoga Joint Unified School District.
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