Serving 13 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hanford Elementary Community Day 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanford Elementary Community Day ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hanford Elementary Community Day's student population of 13 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Go Águilas!'
School Mascot
Águilas
School Rankings
Hanford Elementary Community Day 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 Hanford Elementary Community Day is 0.26, 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
#4999 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
85%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Águilas
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanford Elementary Community Day's ranking?
Hanford Elementary Community Day is ranked #4999 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hanford Elementary Community Day?
13 students attend Hanford Elementary Community Day.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Hanford Elementary Community Day students are Hispanic, and 15% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanford Elementary Community Day?
Hanford Elementary Community Day has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hanford Elementary Community Day offer ?
Hanford Elementary Community Day offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hanford Elementary Community Day part of?
Hanford Elementary Community Day is part of Hanford Elementary School District.
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