Serving 530 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rose Ferrero 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 530 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rose Ferrero Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Soledad, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 0.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rose Ferrero Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rose Ferrero Elementary School's student population of 530 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
530 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Rose Ferrero 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 Rose Ferrero 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
#4138 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
95%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose Ferrero Elementary School's ranking?
Rose Ferrero Elementary School is ranked #4138 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rose Ferrero Elementary School?
530 students attend Rose Ferrero Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Rose Ferrero Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose Ferrero Elementary School?
Rose Ferrero Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rose Ferrero Elementary School offer ?
Rose Ferrero Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rose Ferrero Elementary School part of?
Rose Ferrero Elementary School is part of Soledad Unified School District.
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