Serving 437 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sonoma Mountain 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 57% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoma Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sonoma Mountain Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sonoma Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sonoma Mountain Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1414 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
17%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoma Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Sonoma Mountain Elementary School is ranked #1414 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sonoma Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoma Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sonoma Mountain Elementary School?
437 students attend Sonoma Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Sonoma Mountain Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonoma Mountain Elementary School?
Sonoma Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sonoma Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Sonoma Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sonoma Mountain Elementary School part of?
Sonoma Mountain Elementary School is part of Old Adobe Union School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Minimum Day
June 04, 2025 (Wednesday)
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