Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Trinidad Union 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trinidad Union ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Trinidad Union's student population of 168 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Trinidad Union 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 Trinidad Union is 0.55, 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
#3301 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trinidad Union's ranking?
Trinidad Union is ranked #3301 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Trinidad Union?
168 students attend Trinidad Union.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Trinidad Union students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trinidad Union?
Trinidad Union has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Trinidad Union offer ?
Trinidad Union offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Trinidad Union part of?
Trinidad Union is part of Trinidad Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
View the Trinidad Union yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School (School Calendar)
August 25, 2025 (Monday)
No School, Fall Break (School Calendar)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break (School Calendar)
April 13, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School (School Calendar)
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
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