Serving 373 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jensen Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Jensen Ranch Elementary serves the eastern part of Castro Valley, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most students live within a 1-mile radius, and typical drive times to the school range from 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jensen Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jensen Ranch Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Jensen Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jensen Ranch Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#192 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
62%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jensen Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Jensen Ranch Elementary School is ranked #192 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jensen Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Jensen Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independent Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jensen Ranch Elementary School?
373 students attend Jensen Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Jensen Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jensen Ranch Elementary School?
Jensen Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jensen Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Jensen Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jensen Ranch Elementary School part of?
Jensen Ranch Elementary School is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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