Serving 437 students in grades 3-5, Elim 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elim Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Hilmar, CA, covering an area of approximately 109.6 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elim Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to ensure maximum achievement, academic growth and social trust through cooperation, respect, responsibility and accountability.
School Rankings
Elim 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 Elim Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#5145 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. 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)29.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Student Focused
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elim Elementary School's ranking?
Elim Elementary School is ranked #5145 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elim Elementary School often compared to?
Elim Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yamato Colony Elementary School, Selma Herndon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Elim Elementary School?
437 students attend Elim Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Elim Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 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 Elim Elementary School?
Elim Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elim Elementary School offer ?
Elim Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Elim Elementary School part of?
Elim Elementary School is part of Hilmar Unified School District.
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