Serving 17 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shoshone Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shoshone Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 4,322.3 square miles in Shoshone, CA. Families typically travel 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 33.1 miles to the zone edge and the furthest point being 90.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shoshone Elementary School's student population of 17 students has grown by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
17 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shoshone Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shoshone Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2597 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
47%
56%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
41%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoshone Elementary School's ranking?
Shoshone Elementary School is ranked #2597 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Shoshone Elementary School?
17 students attend Shoshone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Shoshone Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shoshone Elementary School?
Shoshone Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Shoshone Elementary School offer ?
Shoshone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Shoshone Elementary School part of?
Shoshone Elementary School is part of Death Valley Unified School District.
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