Serving 438 students in grades 1-5, Boulder Oaks 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boulder Oaks Elementary School's student population of 438 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Boulder Oaks 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 Boulder Oaks Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3708 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
22%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
59%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boulder Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Boulder Oaks Elementary School is ranked #3708 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Boulder Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Boulder Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadow Hills Elementary School, The Heights Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Boulder Oaks Elementary School?
438 students attend Boulder Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Boulder Oaks Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boulder Oaks Elementary School?
Boulder Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Boulder Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Boulder Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Boulder Oaks Elementary School part of?
Boulder Oaks Elementary School is part of Alpine Union Elementary School District.
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