Serving 1,155 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Nile Garden Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nile Garden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nile Garden Elementary School's student population of 1,155 students has grown by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every student works to achieve grade level standards, feels safe and is supported to realize individual success.
School Rankings
Nile Garden 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 Nile Garden Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2754 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
45%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Nile Garden Elementary School's ranking?
Nile Garden Elementary School is ranked #2754 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Nile Garden Elementary School often compared to?
Nile Garden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veritas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Nile Garden Elementary School?
1,155 students attend Nile Garden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Nile Garden Elementary School students are Asian, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nile Garden Elementary School?
Nile Garden Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Nile Garden Elementary School offer ?
Nile Garden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Nile Garden Elementary School part of?
Nile Garden Elementary School is part of Manteca Unified School District.
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