Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Great Western 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Western Elementary serves the western part of Reedley, CA, covering an area of approximately 63.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point located about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Western Elementary School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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School Rankings
Great Western 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 Great Western Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
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Hispanic
86%
56%
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White
9%
20%
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Two or more races
5%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Red
School Mascot
Broncos
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Western Elementary School's ranking?
Great Western Elementary School is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Great Western Elementary School?
309 students attend Great Western Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Great Western Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Western Elementary School?
Great Western Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Great Western Elementary School offer ?
Great Western Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Great Western Elementary School part of?
Great Western Elementary School is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
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