Serving 542 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Vernon E. Greer 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Vernon E. Greer Elementary serves the northern part of Galt, CA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vernon E. Greer Elementary School's student population of 542 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
542 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vernon E. Greer 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 Vernon E. Greer Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#3977 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Mustang Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vernon E. Greer Elementary School's ranking?
Vernon E. Greer Elementary School is ranked #3977 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vernon E. Greer Elementary School often compared to?
Vernon E. Greer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Oaks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vernon E. Greer Elementary School?
542 students attend Vernon E. Greer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Vernon E. Greer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vernon E. Greer Elementary School?
Vernon E. Greer Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vernon E. Greer Elementary School offer ?
Vernon E. Greer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Vernon E. Greer Elementary School part of?
Vernon E. Greer Elementary School is part of Galt Joint Union Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Vernon E. Greer Elementary School located?
Vernon E. Greer Elementary School is located in the The Vineyards neighborhood of Galt, CA.
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