Serving 929 students in grades Kindergarten-8, George Kelly Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 84% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 929 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: George Kelly Elementary serves the southern part of Tracy, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone situated 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Kelly Elementary School's student population of 929 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
929 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Building a Brighter Future for our Ohana
School Rankings
George Kelly Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Kelly Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#2951 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
38%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 George Kelly Elementary School's ranking?
George Kelly Elementary School is ranked #2951 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are George Kelly Elementary School often compared to?
George Kelly Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gladys Poet-christian Elementary School, Mckinley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend George Kelly Elementary School?
929 students attend George Kelly Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of George Kelly Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Kelly Elementary School?
George Kelly Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does George Kelly Elementary School offer ?
George Kelly Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is George Kelly Elementary School part of?
George Kelly Elementary School is part of Tracy Joint Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the George Kelly Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School, Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
No School, Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
No School, Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
No School, Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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