Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Jack Franscioni 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher 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-6
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jack Franscioni Elementary serves the southwest part of Soledad, CA, covering an area of approximately 62.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jack Franscioni Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Provide a safe, inclusive learning community that prepares students for future success.
School Rankings
Jack Franscioni 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 Jack Franscioni Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#5645 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Franscioni Elementary School's ranking?
Jack Franscioni Elementary School is ranked #5645 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jack Franscioni Elementary School?
439 students attend Jack Franscioni Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jack Franscioni Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Franscioni Elementary School?
Jack Franscioni Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jack Franscioni Elementary School offer ?
Jack Franscioni Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Jack Franscioni Elementary School part of?
Jack Franscioni Elementary School is part of Soledad Unified School District.
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