Serving 784 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Gloria 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Gloria Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire Gonzales school district, encompassing approximately 103.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge located 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Gloria Elementary School's student population of 784 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
784 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Gloria 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 La Gloria 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
#5639 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Hispanic
99%
56%
White
1%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Gloria Elementary School's ranking?
La Gloria Elementary School is ranked #5639 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Gloria Elementary School often compared to?
La Gloria Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Gloria Elementary School?
784 students attend La Gloria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of La Gloria Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Gloria Elementary School?
La Gloria Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Gloria Elementary School offer ?
La Gloria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Gloria Elementary School part of?
La Gloria Elementary School is part of Gonzales Unified School District.
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