Serving 463 students in grades 5-8, Dean L. Shively 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dean L. Shively's student population of 463 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dean L. Shively ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dean L. Shively is 0.17, 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
#3959 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dean L. Shively's ranking?
Dean L. Shively is ranked #3959 out of 9,602 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dean L. Shively?
463 students attend Dean L. Shively.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dean L. Shively students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dean L. Shively?
Dean L. Shively has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dean L. Shively offer ?
Dean L. Shively offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Dean L. Shively part of?
Dean L. Shively is part of Valle Lindo Elementary School District.
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