Serving 996 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Martin R. Heninger 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 996 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Martin R. Heninger Elementary School's student population of 996 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
996 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Martin R. Heninger Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin R. Heninger Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#7511 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
12%
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Hispanic
98%
56%
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Black
n/a
5%
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White
n/a
21%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Martin R. Heninger Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Martin R. Heninger Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of California by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/12000/12153/martin-r-heninger-elementary-school-chart-f7Z8t5.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin R. Heninger Elementary School's ranking?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary School is ranked #7511 out of 9,602 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Martin R. Heninger Elementary School?
996 students attend Martin R. Heninger Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Martin R. Heninger Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin R. Heninger Elementary School?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Martin R. Heninger Elementary School offer ?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Martin R. Heninger Elementary School part of?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin R. Heninger Elementary School located?
Martin R. Heninger Elementary School is located in the Heninger Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Heninger Park.
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