Serving 586 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Lamont 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to 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-3
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lamont Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Lamont, CA, encompassing approximately 19.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lamont Elementary School's student population of 586 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
'Together We Achieve Excellence!'
School Rankings
Lamont 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 Lamont 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
#8330 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lamont Elementary School's ranking?
Lamont Elementary School is ranked #8330 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lamont Elementary School?
586 students attend Lamont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lamont Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lamont Elementary School?
Lamont Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lamont Elementary School offer ?
Lamont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Lamont Elementary School part of?
Lamont Elementary School is part of Lamont Elementary School District.
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