Serving 842 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kamala 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kamala Elementary serves the southern part of Oxnard, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kamala Elementary School's student population of 842 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
842 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Kamala 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 Kamala Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#8257 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kamala Elementary School's ranking?
Kamala Elementary School is ranked #8257 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kamala Elementary School often compared to?
Kamala Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Art Haycox Elementary School, Julien Hathaway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kamala Elementary School?
842 students attend Kamala Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Kamala Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kamala Elementary School?
Kamala Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kamala Elementary School offer ?
Kamala Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kamala Elementary School part of?
Kamala Elementary School is part of Oxnard School District.
In what neighborhood is Kamala Elementary School located?
Kamala Elementary School is located in the Kamala Park neighborhood of Oxnard, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Kamala Park.
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