Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kettleman City 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kettleman City Elementary serves the northern part of Kettleman City, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Families living within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kettleman City Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Dedicated to Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Kettleman City 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 Kettleman City Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#8295 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Hispanic
100%
56%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kettleman City Elementary School's ranking?
Kettleman City Elementary School is ranked #8295 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kettleman City Elementary School?
239 students attend Kettleman City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Kettleman City Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kettleman City Elementary School?
Kettleman City Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kettleman City Elementary School offer ?
Kettleman City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kettleman City Elementary School part of?
Kettleman City Elementary School is part of Reef-Sunset Unified School District.
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