Serving 536 students in grades Kindergarten-6, El Gabilan 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 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
El Gabilan Elementary School's student population of 536 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
El Gabilan 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 El Gabilan Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#8059 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Gabilan Elementary School's ranking?
El Gabilan Elementary School is ranked #8059 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Gabilan Elementary School often compared to?
El Gabilan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alisal Community by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend El Gabilan Elementary School?
536 students attend El Gabilan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of El Gabilan Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Gabilan Elementary School?
El Gabilan Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Gabilan Elementary School offer ?
El Gabilan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is El Gabilan Elementary School part of?
El Gabilan Elementary School is part of Salinas City Elementary School District.
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