Serving 391 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chatom 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chatom Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Turlock, CA, covering approximately 63.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chatom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Chatom Elementary School's student population of 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
391 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chatom 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 Chatom Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
67%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatom Elementary School's ranking?
Chatom Elementary School is ranked #4369 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chatom Elementary School?
391 students attend Chatom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Chatom Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chatom Elementary School?
Chatom Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chatom Elementary School offer ?
Chatom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Chatom Elementary School part of?
Chatom Elementary School is part of Chatom Union School District.
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