Serving 379 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Patera 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
La Patera Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
La Patera Elementary School's student population of 379 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
La Patera Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of La Patera Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#3680 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Patera Elementary School's ranking?
La Patera Elementary School is ranked #3680 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Patera Elementary School often compared to?
La Patera Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kellogg Elementary School, Brandon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Patera Elementary School?
379 students attend La Patera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of La Patera Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of La Patera Elementary School?
La Patera Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Patera Elementary School offer ?
La Patera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Patera Elementary School part of?
La Patera Elementary School is part of Goleta Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 21, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break: No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School: Spring Break
March 21, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
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