Serving 409 students in grades Kindergarten-6, S Ben Benavidez 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: S Ben Benavidez Elementary serves the southwest part of Parlier, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 0.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
S Ben Benavidez Elementary School's student population of 409 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
S Ben Benavidez 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 S Ben Benavidez Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#7001 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is S Ben Benavidez Elementary School's ranking?
S Ben Benavidez Elementary School is ranked #7001 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend S Ben Benavidez Elementary School?
409 students attend S Ben Benavidez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of S Ben Benavidez Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S Ben Benavidez Elementary School?
S Ben Benavidez Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does S Ben Benavidez Elementary School offer ?
S Ben Benavidez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is S Ben Benavidez Elementary School part of?
S Ben Benavidez Elementary School is part of Parlier Unified School District.
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