Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Discovery Bay Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Discovery Bay Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 72.9 square miles in Discovery Bay, CA. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 12.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discovery Bay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Discovery Bay Elementary School's student population of 417 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Discovery Bay Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Discovery Bay Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1553 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discovery Bay Elementary School's ranking?
Discovery Bay Elementary School is ranked #1553 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Discovery Bay Elementary School often compared to?
Discovery Bay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timber Point Elementary School, Excelsior Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Discovery Bay Elementary School?
417 students attend Discovery Bay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Discovery Bay Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 Discovery Bay Elementary School?
Discovery Bay Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Discovery Bay Elementary School offer ?
Discovery Bay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Discovery Bay Elementary School part of?
Discovery Bay Elementary School is part of Byron Union Elementary School District.
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