Serving 456 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Ramon Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: San Ramon Elementary serves the northern part of Novato, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 19 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Ramon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
San Ramon Elementary School's student population of 456 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
456 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Ramon Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Ramon Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#1866 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 10/02/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Ramon Elementary School's ranking?
San Ramon Elementary School is ranked #1866 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Ramon Elementary School often compared to?
San Ramon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Ramon Elementary School?
456 students attend San Ramon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of San Ramon Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Ramon Elementary School?
San Ramon Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Ramon Elementary School offer ?
San Ramon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Ramon Elementary School part of?
San Ramon Elementary School is part of Novato Unified School District.
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