Serving 412 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Rafael Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: San Rafael Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district of Pasadena, CA, encompassing approximately 74.2 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 4.3 miles, with the furthest edge reaching up to 14.1 miles away, and a typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Rafael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
San Rafael Elementary School's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of San Rafael San Rafael Elementary School is to provide a child-centered academic program that meets the diverse needs of our community in an additive bilingual setting.
School Rankings
San Rafael Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Rafael Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2869 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Rafael Elementary School's ranking?
San Rafael Elementary School is ranked #2869 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Rafael Elementary School often compared to?
San Rafael Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary W. Jackson Steam Multilingual Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Rafael Elementary School?
412 students attend San Rafael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of San Rafael Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Rafael Elementary School?
San Rafael Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Rafael Elementary School offer ?
San Rafael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Rafael Elementary School part of?
San Rafael Elementary School is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Rafael Elementary School located?
San Rafael Elementary School is located in the South Arroyo neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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