Serving 464 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary Farmar Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Farmar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mary Farmar Elementary School's student population of 464 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
464 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary Farmar Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Farmar Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1901 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
44%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Farmar Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Farmar Elementary School is ranked #1901 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mary Farmar Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Farmar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joe Henderson Elementary School, Leo R. Croce Elementary School, Robert Semple Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mary Farmar Elementary School?
464 students attend Mary Farmar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mary Farmar Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Farmar Elementary School?
Mary Farmar Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mary Farmar Elementary School offer ?
Mary Farmar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mary Farmar Elementary School part of?
Mary Farmar Elementary School is part of Benicia Unified School District.
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