Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-6, San Vicente 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 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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-6
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: San Vicente Elementary serves the northeast part of Soledad, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 40.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
San Vicente Elementary School's student population of 501 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
501 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Vicente 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 Vicente Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#8524 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Vicente Elementary School's ranking?
San Vicente Elementary School is ranked #8524 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Vicente Elementary School?
501 students attend San Vicente Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of San Vicente Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of San Vicente Elementary School?
San Vicente Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Vicente Elementary School offer ?
San Vicente Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is San Vicente Elementary School part of?
San Vicente Elementary School is part of Soledad Unified School District.
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