Serving 745 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Las Animas 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 745 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Las Animas Elementary School's student population of 745 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
745 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Las Animas 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 Las Animas Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#3694 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
14%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Animas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Animas Elementary School is ranked #3694 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Animas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Animas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Luigi Aprea Elementary School, El Roble Elementary School, Rod Kelley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Las Animas Elementary School?
745 students attend Las Animas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Las Animas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Animas Elementary School?
Las Animas Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Las Animas Elementary School offer ?
Las Animas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Las Animas Elementary School part of?
Las Animas Elementary School is part of Gilroy Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2014
This school has tolerance for bullying and vulgar language towards students. Principal seems more focused on her dress attire(or lack of) rather than following school codes. Zero tolerance is not implemented at this school.
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