Serving 695 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Joe Nightingale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joe Nightingale Elementary serves the northwest part of Santa Maria, CA, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe Nightingale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Joe Nightingale Elementary School's student population of 695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
695 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Eagles!
School Rankings
Joe Nightingale 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 Joe Nightingale Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#2030 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joe Nightingale Elementary School's ranking?
Joe Nightingale Elementary School is ranked #2030 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joe Nightingale Elementary School often compared to?
Joe Nightingale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joe Nightingale Elementary School?
695 students attend Joe Nightingale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Joe Nightingale Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe Nightingale Elementary School?
Joe Nightingale Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joe Nightingale Elementary School offer ?
Joe Nightingale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Joe Nightingale Elementary School part of?
Joe Nightingale Elementary School is part of Orcutt Union Elementary School District.
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