Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Holder Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Holder Elementary serves the northwest part of Buena Park, CA, within a compact attendance zone of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically live about 5-10 minutes away, with an average distance of 0.3 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 0.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Holder Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
445 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where today's learners become tomorrow's leaders.
School Rankings
Holder Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holder Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2434 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holder Elementary School's ranking?
Holder Elementary School is ranked #2434 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Holder Elementary School?
445 students attend Holder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Holder Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holder Elementary School?
Holder Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Holder Elementary School offer ?
Holder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Holder Elementary School part of?
Holder Elementary School is part of Savanna Elementary School District.
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