Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glorietta Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Glorietta Elementary serves the southeast part of Orinda, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glorietta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Glorietta Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Inspire, Engage, Support
School Rankings
Glorietta Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glorietta Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#92 out of 9523 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
23%
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)7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 Glorietta Elementary School's ranking?
Glorietta Elementary School is ranked #92 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Glorietta Elementary School often compared to?
Glorietta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Del Rey Elementary School, Wagner Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Glorietta Elementary School?
445 students attend Glorietta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Glorietta Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glorietta Elementary School?
Glorietta Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Glorietta Elementary School offer ?
Glorietta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Glorietta Elementary School part of?
Glorietta Elementary School is part of Orinda Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Glorietta Elementary School located?
Glorietta Elementary School is located in the Overhill neighborhood of Orinda, CA.
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