Serving 184 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cantua Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cantua Elementary serves the southwest part of San Joaquin, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 134.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles to the nearest edge and up to 11 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cantua Elementary School's student population of 184 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
184 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cantua Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cantua Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#7160 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cantua Elementary School's ranking?
Cantua Elementary School is ranked #7160 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cantua Elementary School?
184 students attend Cantua Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Cantua Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cantua Elementary School?
Cantua Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cantua Elementary School offer ?
Cantua Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cantua Elementary School part of?
Cantua Elementary School is part of Golden Plains Unified School District.
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