Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Frank Ledesma 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frank Ledesma Elementary serves the northwest part of Soledad, CA, covering an area of approximately 19.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frank Ledesma Elementary School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect - Ownership - Attitude - Responsibility
School Rankings
Frank Ledesma 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 Frank Ledesma Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#6558 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Jaguars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Ledesma Elementary School's ranking?
Frank Ledesma Elementary School is ranked #6558 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Frank Ledesma Elementary School often compared to?
Frank Ledesma Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gabilan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Frank Ledesma Elementary School?
464 students attend Frank Ledesma Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Frank Ledesma Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank Ledesma Elementary School?
Frank Ledesma Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Frank Ledesma Elementary School offer ?
Frank Ledesma Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Frank Ledesma Elementary School part of?
Frank Ledesma Elementary School is part of Soledad Unified School District.
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