Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-8, San Lucas 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 20-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Lucas Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 184.1 square miles in San Lucas, CA. Families typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Lucas Elementary School's student population of 72 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
San Lucas 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 Lucas 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
#7616 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
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)26.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Lucas Elementary School's ranking?
San Lucas Elementary School is ranked #7616 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Lucas Elementary School?
72 students attend San Lucas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of San Lucas Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Lucas Elementary School?
San Lucas Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Lucas Elementary School offer ?
San Lucas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is San Lucas Elementary School part of?
San Lucas Elementary School is part of San Lucas Union Elementary School District.
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