Serving 433 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Standiford 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 77% 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: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Standiford Elementary serves the southwest area of Modesto, CA, covering approximately 0.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Standiford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Standiford Elementary School's student population of 433 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
433 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Standiford 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 Standiford Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#3179 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
23%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Standiford Elementary School's ranking?
Standiford Elementary School is ranked #3179 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Standiford Elementary School?
433 students attend Standiford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Standiford Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Standiford Elementary School?
Standiford Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Standiford Elementary School offer ?
Standiford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Standiford Elementary School part of?
Standiford Elementary School is part of Sylvan Union Elementary School District.
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