Serving 608 students in grades 3-6, Joe Stefani 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joe Stefani ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joe Stefani's student population of 608 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Joe Stefani 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 Joe Stefani 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
#7107 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
10%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Joe Stefani's ranking?
Joe Stefani is ranked #7107 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Joe Stefani often compared to?
Joe Stefaniis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Joe Stefani?
608 students attend Joe Stefani.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Joe Stefani students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joe Stefani?
Joe Stefani has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Joe Stefani offer ?
Joe Stefani offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Joe Stefani part of?
Joe Stefani is part of Merced City Elementary School District.
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