Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gidley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gidley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Gidley Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gidley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gidley Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#2559 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
27%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gidley Elementary School's ranking?
Gidley Elementary School is ranked #2559 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gidley Elementary School?
450 students attend Gidley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Gidley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gidley Elementary School?
Gidley Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gidley Elementary School offer ?
Gidley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gidley Elementary School part of?
Gidley Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
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