Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gabriela Mistral Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
348 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gabriela Mistral Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#1733 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gabriela Mistral Elementary School's ranking?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School is ranked #1733 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gabriela Mistral Elementary School often compared to?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevenson Elementary School, Benjamin Bubb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gabriela Mistral Elementary School?
348 students attend Gabriela Mistral Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Gabriela Mistral Elementary School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gabriela Mistral Elementary School?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gabriela Mistral Elementary School offer ?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gabriela Mistral Elementary School part of?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School is part of Mountain View Whisman School District.
In what neighborhood is Gabriela Mistral Elementary School located?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School is located in the Shoreline West neighborhood of Mountain View, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Shoreline West.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
MI - First Day of School/ Primer Dia de Clases Minimum Day/Dia Minimo
August 13, 2024 (Tuesday)
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