Serving 236 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Olivelands 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Olivelands Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Santa Paula, CA, encompassing approximately 22.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the nearest boundary, reaching up to 5.8 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olivelands Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olivelands 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 Olivelands Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#6316 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olivelands Elementary School's ranking?
Olivelands Elementary School is ranked #6316 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Olivelands Elementary School?
236 students attend Olivelands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Olivelands Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olivelands Elementary School?
Olivelands Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Olivelands Elementary School offer ?
Olivelands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Olivelands Elementary School part of?
Olivelands Elementary School is part of Briggs Elementary School District.
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