Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carmichael 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmichael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carmichael Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmichael 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 Carmichael Elementary School is 0.76, which is more 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
#8423 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
21%
55%
Black
13%
5%
White
39%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmichael Elementary School's ranking?
Carmichael Elementary School is ranked #8423 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carmichael Elementary School?
337 students attend Carmichael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Carmichael Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmichael Elementary School?
Carmichael Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Carmichael Elementary School offer ?
Carmichael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carmichael Elementary School part of?
Carmichael Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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