Serving 619 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sierra Oaks K-8 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Oaks K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sierra Oaks K-8's student population of 619 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Commitment to Equity
School Rankings
Sierra Oaks K-8 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 Sierra Oaks K-8 is 0.74, 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
#4211 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Oaks K-8's ranking?
Sierra Oaks K-8 is ranked #4211 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sierra Oaks K-8 often compared to?
Sierra Oaks K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Sequoia Elementary School, Gateway International by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sierra Oaks K-8?
619 students attend Sierra Oaks K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Sierra Oaks K-8 students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Oaks K-8?
Sierra Oaks K-8 has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sierra Oaks K-8 offer ?
Sierra Oaks K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sierra Oaks K-8 part of?
Sierra Oaks K-8 is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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