Louise Van Meter Elementary School serves 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Louise Van Meter Elementary School placed in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Louise Van Meter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Louise Van Meter Elementary School's student population of 453 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Louise Van Meter Elementary School is ranked within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Louise Van Meter 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
#202 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
6%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
52%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Louise Van Meter Elementary School's ranking?
Louise Van Meter Elementary School is ranked #202 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Louise Van Meter Elementary School often compared to?
Louise Van Meter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blossom Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Louise Van Meter Elementary School?
453 students attend Louise Van Meter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Louise Van Meter Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Louise Van Meter Elementary School?
Louise Van Meter Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Louise Van Meter Elementary School offer ?
Louise Van Meter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Louise Van Meter Elementary School part of?
Louise Van Meter Elementary School is part of Los Gatos Union Elementary School District.
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