Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dena Boer 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dena Boer serves the southwest part of Salida, CA, covering an area of approximately 18.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dena Boer Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Dena Boer 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 Dena Boer Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#3638 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dena Boer Elementary School's ranking?
Dena Boer Elementary School is ranked #3638 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dena Boer Elementary School often compared to?
Dena Boer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joel J. Hidahl Elementary School, Rose Avenue Elementary School, Sisk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dena Boer Elementary School?
444 students attend Dena Boer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Dena Boer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dena Boer Elementary School?
Dena Boer Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dena Boer Elementary School offer ?
Dena Boer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dena Boer Elementary School part of?
Dena Boer Elementary School is part of Salida Union Elementary School District.
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