Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-6, San Marino Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 89% 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: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Marino Elementary School's student population of 472 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Marino Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Marino Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3243 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
11%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
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 San Marino Elementary School's ranking?
San Marino Elementary School is ranked #3243 out of 9,602 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Marino Elementary School?
472 students attend San Marino Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of San Marino Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Marino Elementary School?
San Marino Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Marino Elementary School offer ?
San Marino Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is San Marino Elementary School part of?
San Marino Elementary School is part of Centralia Elementary School District.
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