Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Granada Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Granada Elementary serves the northeast part of Alhambra, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Granada Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
Granada Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Granada Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#5857 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
27%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
64%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granada Elementary School's ranking?
Granada Elementary School is ranked #5857 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Granada Elementary School often compared to?
Granada Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martha Baldwin Elementary School, Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Granada Elementary School?
348 students attend Granada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Granada Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Granada Elementary School?
Granada Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Granada Elementary School offer ?
Granada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Granada Elementary School part of?
Granada Elementary School is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School/Minimum Day
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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