Serving 62 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Lagunita Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lagunita Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Salinas, CA, spanning approximately 17.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lagunita Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lagunita Elementary School's student population of 62 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
62 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 ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lagunita Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lagunita 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
#614 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
7%
Showing 2006–2018. Full 15-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 Lagunita Elementary School's ranking?
Lagunita Elementary School is ranked #614 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Lagunita Elementary School often compared to?
Lagunita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prunedale Elementary School, Echo Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lagunita Elementary School?
62 students attend Lagunita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Lagunita Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lagunita Elementary School?
Lagunita Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lagunita Elementary School offer ?
Lagunita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Lagunita Elementary School part of?
Lagunita Elementary School is part of Lagunita Elementary School District.
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