Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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: 582 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Selby Lane Elementary serves the southeast part of Atherton, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion's student population of 582 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
582 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion 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 Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is 0.33, 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
#4884 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion's ranking?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is ranked #4884 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion often compared to?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersionis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion?
582 students attend Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion offer ?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion part of?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is part of Redwood City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion located?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is located in the West Atherton neighborhood of Atherton, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Atherton.
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