Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Cayetano 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 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Cayetano Elementary serves the southern part of Fillmore, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most students live within a 1-mile radius of the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Cayetano Elementary School's student population of 514 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
514 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Campus Size
75 acres
School Rankings
San Cayetano 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 San Cayetano Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#8965 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Cayetano Elementary School's ranking?
San Cayetano Elementary School is ranked #8965 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Cayetano Elementary School?
514 students attend San Cayetano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of San Cayetano Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Cayetano Elementary School?
San Cayetano Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Cayetano Elementary School offer ?
San Cayetano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Cayetano Elementary School part of?
San Cayetano Elementary School is part of Fillmore Unified School District.
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