Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Armona Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Armona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Armona Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Armona Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Armona Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5759 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
85%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Armona Elementary School's ranking?
Armona Elementary School is ranked #5759 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Armona Elementary School often compared to?
Armona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Akers Elementary School, Avenal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Armona Elementary School?
553 students attend Armona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Armona Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Armona Elementary School?
Armona Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Armona Elementary School offer ?
Armona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Armona Elementary School part of?
Armona Elementary School is part of Armona Union Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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