Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Taft Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Taft Elementary serves the southwest part of Stockton, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 1.9 miles and the furthest edge extending to 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taft Elementary School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Students for Lifelong Success
School Rankings
Taft Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taft Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#8169 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taft Elementary School's ranking?
Taft Elementary School is ranked #8169 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Taft Elementary School?
449 students attend Taft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Taft Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taft Elementary School?
Taft Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Taft Elementary School offer ?
Taft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Taft Elementary School part of?
Taft Elementary School is part of Stockton Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Taft Elementary School located?
Taft Elementary School is located in the Seaport neighborhood of Stockton, CA. There are 10 other public schools located in Seaport.
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