Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kings River 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kings River Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Kingsburg, CA, covering approximately 13.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 4.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kings River Elementary School's student population of 389 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
389 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1908
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering all students to achieve their highest potential.
School Rankings
Kings River 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 Kings River Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#6250 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pioneers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings River Elementary School's ranking?
Kings River Elementary School is ranked #6250 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kings River Elementary School often compared to?
Kings River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Elementary School, Freedom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kings River Elementary School?
389 students attend Kings River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kings River Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kings River Elementary School?
Kings River Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kings River Elementary School offer ?
Kings River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kings River Elementary School part of?
Kings River Elementary School is part of Kings River Union Elementary School District.
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