Serving 105 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Kirkwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kirkwood Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Corning, CA, encompassing approximately 18.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kirkwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kirkwood Elementary School's student population of 105 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
105 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kirkwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kirkwood Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#3301 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-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 Kirkwood Elementary School's ranking?
Kirkwood Elementary School is ranked #3301 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Kirkwood Elementary School often compared to?
Kirkwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richfield Elementary School, Lassen View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Kirkwood Elementary School?
105 students attend Kirkwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kirkwood Elementary School students are White, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kirkwood Elementary School?
Kirkwood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kirkwood Elementary School offer ?
Kirkwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Kirkwood Elementary School part of?
Kirkwood Elementary School is part of Kirkwood Elementary School District.
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