Serving 544 students in grades 2-5, Wilson 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilson Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Gridley school district, covering approximately 86.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilson Elementary School's student population of 544 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilson 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 Wilson Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#4173 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
57%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilson Elementary School's ranking?
Wilson Elementary School is ranked #4173 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wilson Elementary School often compared to?
Wilson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barry Elementary School, Manzanita Elementary School, Riverbend Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wilson Elementary School?
544 students attend Wilson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wilson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilson Elementary School?
Wilson Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wilson Elementary School offer ?
Wilson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Wilson Elementary School part of?
Wilson Elementary School is part of Gridley Unified School District.
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