Serving 481 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Earlimart 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Earlimart Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Earlimart school district, covering approximately 90.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Earlimart Elementary School's student population of 481 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Earlimart 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 Earlimart Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#8711 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
96%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Earlimart Elementary School's ranking?
Earlimart Elementary School is ranked #8711 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Earlimart Elementary School often compared to?
Earlimart Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Earlimart Middle School, Buena Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Earlimart Elementary School?
481 students attend Earlimart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Earlimart Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earlimart Elementary School?
Earlimart Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Earlimart Elementary School offer ?
Earlimart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Earlimart Elementary School part of?
Earlimart Elementary School is part of Earlimart Elementary School District.
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