Serving 27 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mattole 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 27 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mattole Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district and covers approximately 263.8 square miles in Petrolia, CA. Typically, families can expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.6 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mattole Elementary School's student population of 27 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mattole 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 Mattole Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#2766 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
7%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
52%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
41%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mattole Elementary School's ranking?
Mattole Elementary School is ranked #2766 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mattole Elementary School?
27 students attend Mattole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mattole Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mattole Elementary School?
Mattole Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mattole Elementary School offer ?
Mattole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mattole Elementary School part of?
Mattole Elementary School is part of Mattole Unified School District.
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