Serving 82 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Loleta 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Loleta Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 29.4 square miles around Loleta, CA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Loleta Elementary School's student population of 82 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
82 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Loleta 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 Loleta Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9477 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
37%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 Loleta Elementary School's ranking?
Loleta Elementary School is ranked #9477 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Loleta Elementary School?
82 students attend Loleta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Loleta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are American Indian, 15% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loleta Elementary School?
Loleta Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Loleta Elementary School offer ?
Loleta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Loleta Elementary School part of?
Loleta Elementary School is part of Loleta Union Elementary School District.
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