Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ophir Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ophir Elementary serves the southwest part of Oroville, CA, covering an area of approximately 67 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 10.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ophir Elementary School's student population of 452 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Matters, Every Moment Counts
School Rankings
Ophir Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ophir Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#4203 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
53%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ophir Elementary School's ranking?
Ophir Elementary School is ranked #4203 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ophir Elementary School often compared to?
Ophir Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Children's Community Charter, Stanford Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ophir Elementary School?
452 students attend Ophir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ophir Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ophir Elementary School?
Ophir Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ophir Elementary School offer ?
Ophir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ophir Elementary School part of?
Ophir Elementary School is part of Oroville City Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Teachers are Top Notch, and Seasoned Veterans of the Academic system. My kids love their teachers, and are doing very well here in Ophir. Kids went to Helen Wilcox last year, and that is another Great school! Oroville seems to have great schools! Couldn't be happier. Go Gophers!
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