Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Oak Grove 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Grove Elementary serves the northeast part of Porterville, CA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Most students live within a 0.6-mile radius of the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.2 miles away, making for a typical 5-10 minute drive to school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oak Grove Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Oak Grove 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 Oak Grove Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#5661 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Star
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Grove Elementary School is ranked #5661 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Oak Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santa Fe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Oak Grove Elementary School?
393 students attend Oak Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Oak Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Grove Elementary School?
Oak Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Oak Grove Elementary School offer ?
Oak Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Oak Grove Elementary School part of?
Oak Grove Elementary School is part of Burton Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Grove Elementary School located?
Oak Grove Elementary School is located in the West Porterville neighborhood of Porterville, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in West Porterville.
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