Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Michelle Obama 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michelle Obama Elementary School's student population of 431 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
431 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Motto
Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.
School Rankings
Michelle Obama Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michelle Obama Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#6646 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michelle Obama Elementary School's ranking?
Michelle Obama Elementary School is ranked #6646 out of 9,523 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Michelle Obama Elementary School?
431 students attend Michelle Obama Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Michelle Obama Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michelle Obama Elementary School?
Michelle Obama Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Michelle Obama Elementary School offer ?
Michelle Obama Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Michelle Obama Elementary School part of?
Michelle Obama Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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