Serving 660 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alvarado 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 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 660 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alvarado Elementary School's student population of 660 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
660 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alvarado 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 Alvarado Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3249 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
54%
12%
Hispanic
24%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
6%
21%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alvarado Elementary School's ranking?
Alvarado Elementary School is ranked #3249 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alvarado Elementary School often compared to?
Alvarado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pioneer Elementary School, Delaine Eastin 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 33% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alvarado Elementary School?
660 students attend Alvarado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Alvarado Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alvarado Elementary School?
Alvarado Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Alvarado Elementary School offer ?
Alvarado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Alvarado Elementary School part of?
Alvarado Elementary School is part of New Haven Unified School District.
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