Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Centralia 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centralia Elementary serves the southeast part of Anaheim, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centralia Elementary School's student population of 496 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
496 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
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School Rankings
Centralia 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 Centralia Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#5424 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
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Asian
7%
12%
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Hispanic
81%
56%
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Black
3%
5%
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White
6%
20%
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Two or more races
3%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centralia Elementary School's ranking?
Centralia Elementary School is ranked #5424 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Centralia Elementary School?
496 students attend Centralia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Centralia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centralia Elementary School?
Centralia Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Centralia Elementary School offer ?
Centralia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Centralia Elementary School part of?
Centralia Elementary School is part of Centralia Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Centralia Elementary School located?
Centralia Elementary School is located in the Northwest Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Northwest Anaheim.
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