Serving 516 students in grades Kindergarten-6, La Rosa 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Rosa Elementary serves the eastern part of Ceres, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Rosa Elementary School's student population of 516 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
516 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Rosa 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 La Rosa Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#4132 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
68%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
12%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Rosa Elementary School's ranking?
La Rosa Elementary School is ranked #4132 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Rosa Elementary School?
516 students attend La Rosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of La Rosa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Rosa Elementary School?
La Rosa Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Rosa Elementary School offer ?
La Rosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is La Rosa Elementary School part of?
La Rosa Elementary School is part of Ceres Unified School District.
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