Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Joya 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Joya Elementary serves the eastern part of Salinas, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 27.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Joya Elementary School's student population of 498 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
498 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Joya 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 Joya Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#7338 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Joya Elementary School's ranking?
La Joya Elementary School is ranked #7338 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Joya Elementary School often compared to?
La Joya Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinnon, New Republic Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Joya Elementary School?
498 students attend La Joya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of La Joya Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Joya Elementary School?
La Joya Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Joya Elementary School offer ?
La Joya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Joya Elementary School part of?
La Joya Elementary School is part of Santa Rita Union Elementary School District.
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