Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Aliso 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aliso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Aliso Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
316 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Aliso Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aliso Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#4689 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
12%

Hispanic
86%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
11%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aliso Elementary School's ranking?
Aliso Elementary School is ranked #4689 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Aliso Elementary School often compared to?
Aliso Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Canalino Elementary School, Rosa Parks Environmental Science by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Aliso Elementary School?
316 students attend Aliso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Aliso Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aliso Elementary School?
Aliso Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Aliso Elementary School offer ?
Aliso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Aliso Elementary School part of?
Aliso Elementary School is part of Carpinteria Unified School District.
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