Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Glorietta Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- 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 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glorietta Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glorietta Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#136 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
5%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
59%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
51%
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 #136 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
454 students attend Glorietta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Glorietta Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glorietta Elementary School?
Glorietta Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to 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 Elementary 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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