Serving 314 students in grades Kindergarten-5, El Verano 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: El Verano Elementary serves the west part of Sonoma, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 8.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
El Verano Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
El Verano Elementary School's student population of 314 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Imagine. Inquire. Inspire
School Rankings
El Verano 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 Verano Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
82%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is El Verano Elementary School's ranking?
El Verano Elementary School is ranked #5677 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are El Verano Elementary School often compared to?
El Verano Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flowery Elementary School, Sassarini Elementary School, Prestwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend El Verano Elementary School?
314 students attend El Verano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of El Verano Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Verano Elementary School?
El Verano Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does El Verano Elementary School offer ?
El Verano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is El Verano Elementary School part of?
El Verano Elementary School is part of Sonoma Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Spring Break
March 22, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School
June 03, 2027 (Thursday)
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