Serving 46 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Kings Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kings Mountain Elementary's attendance zone, which covers the entire school district, is located in Redwood City, CA, and encompasses approximately 182.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 7.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 17.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kings Mountain 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
Kings Mountain Elementary School's student population of 46 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
46 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every student seen. Every name known. Every day.'
School Rankings
Kings Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kings Mountain Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#735 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
8%
Showing 2003–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Kings Mountain Elementary School is ranked #735 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kings Mountain Elementary School?
46 students attend Kings Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kings Mountain Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kings Mountain Elementary School?
Kings Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kings Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Kings Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Kings Mountain Elementary School part of?
Kings Mountain Elementary School is part of Cabrillo Unified School District.
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