Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Soquel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soquel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Soquel Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Soquel 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 Soquel Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3119 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Soquel Elementary School's ranking?
Soquel Elementary School is ranked #3119 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Soquel Elementary School often compared to?
Soquel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Street Elementary School, Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Soquel Elementary School?
337 students attend Soquel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Soquel Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soquel Elementary School?
Soquel Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Soquel Elementary School offer ?
Soquel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Soquel Elementary School part of?
Soquel Elementary School is part of Soquel Union Elementary School District.
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