Serving 635 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Herman Leimbach 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 12% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herman Leimbach Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Herman Leimbach Elementary School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Herman Leimbach Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herman Leimbach Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#8383 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herman Leimbach Elementary School's ranking?
Herman Leimbach Elementary School is ranked #8383 out of 9,602 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Herman Leimbach Elementary School?
635 students attend Herman Leimbach Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Herman Leimbach Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herman Leimbach Elementary School?
Herman Leimbach Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Herman Leimbach Elementary School offer ?
Herman Leimbach Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Herman Leimbach Elementary School part of?
Herman Leimbach Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Herman Leimbach Elementary School located?
Herman Leimbach Elementary School is located in the Valley Hi And North Laguna neighborhood of Sacramento, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Valley Hi And North Laguna.
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