Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Samuel Vaughn 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 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Samuel Vaughn Elementary School's student population of 582 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Samuel Vaughn Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel Vaughn Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#6308 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Vaughn Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel Vaughn Elementary School is ranked #6308 out of 9,602 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Samuel Vaughn Elementary School?
582 students attend Samuel Vaughn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Samuel Vaughn Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel Vaughn Elementary School?
Samuel Vaughn Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Samuel Vaughn Elementary School offer ?
Samuel Vaughn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Samuel Vaughn Elementary School part of?
Samuel Vaughn Elementary School is part of Ceres Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day Of School
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
5 6/8/2010
Samuel Vaughn is very interested in raising their STaR Testing every year. Unfortunately, there is not enough extracurricular activities and physical education. The school buildings look new and are kept up very nicely. the parent involvement could always be greater but is a good level as is.
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