Serving 643 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sonora Elementary School 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Sonora Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Sonora school district, covering approximately 26.6 square miles in Sonora, CA. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 6.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonora Elementary School's student population of 643 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
643 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating and inspiring every student to achieve personal excellence.
School Rankings
Sonora Elementary School 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 Sonora Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#3804 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonora Elementary School's ranking?
Sonora Elementary School is ranked #3804 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sonora Elementary School often compared to?
Sonora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown Elementary School, Curtis Creek Elementary School, Columbia 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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sonora Elementary School?
643 students attend Sonora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sonora Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sonora Elementary School?
Sonora Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sonora Elementary School offer ?
Sonora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sonora Elementary School part of?
Sonora Elementary School is part of Sonora Elementary School District.
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