Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Spreckels Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45% (which is higher 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 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Spreckels Elementary serves the entire district of Spreckels, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 77.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spreckels Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spreckels Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Spreckels 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 Spreckels Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3226 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spreckels Elementary School's ranking?
Spreckels Elementary School is ranked #3226 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Spreckels Elementary School often compared to?
Spreckels Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Toro Park Elementary School, New Republic Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Spreckels Elementary School?
529 students attend Spreckels Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Spreckels Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spreckels Elementary School?
Spreckels Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Spreckels Elementary School offer ?
Spreckels Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Spreckels Elementary School part of?
Spreckels Elementary School is part of Spreckels Union Elementary School District.
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