Serving 277 students in grades 4-5, Arroyo ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arroyo ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Arroyo's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arroyo ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arroyo is 0.63, 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
#423 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
13%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
55%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo's ranking?
Arroyo is ranked #423 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo often compared to?
Arroyois often viewed alongside schools like Mariposa, San Carlos Charter Learning Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arroyo?
277 students attend Arroyo.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Arroyo students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Asian, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arroyo?
Arroyo has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Arroyo offer ?
Arroyo offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Arroyo part of?
Arroyo is part of San Carlos Elementary School District.
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