Serving 159 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Los Olivos Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Los Olivos Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Los Olivos, CA, encompassing approximately 369.4 square miles. Families in the area typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 16 miles and the furthest boundary located 38.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Los Olivos Elementary School's student population of 159 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
159 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Los Olivos Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Olivos Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#2040 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 1996–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
64%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Olivos Elementary School's ranking?
Los Olivos Elementary School is ranked #2040 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Olivos Elementary School often compared to?
Los Olivos Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solvang Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Los Olivos Elementary School?
159 students attend Los Olivos Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Los Olivos Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Los Olivos Elementary School?
Los Olivos Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Olivos Elementary School offer ?
Los Olivos Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Los Olivos Elementary School part of?
Los Olivos Elementary School is part of Los Olivos Elementary School District.
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