Serving 68 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lewiston 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 11-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewiston Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Lewiston, CA, covering approximately 105.7 square miles. The zone is typically a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles from the school to its edge and extending up to 10.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewiston Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lewiston Elementary School's student population of 68 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
68 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewiston 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 Lewiston Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#8680 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
68%
20%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewiston Elementary School's ranking?
Lewiston Elementary School is ranked #8680 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lewiston Elementary School?
68 students attend Lewiston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lewiston Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewiston Elementary School?
Lewiston Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lewiston Elementary School offer ?
Lewiston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lewiston Elementary School part of?
Lewiston Elementary School is part of Lewiston Elementary School District.
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