Serving 550 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Earlimart 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earlimart Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Earlimart Elementary School's student population of 550 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
550 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Earlimart 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 Earlimart Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#8706 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
97%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Earlimart Elementary School's ranking?
Earlimart Elementary School is ranked #8706 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?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Earlimart Elementary School?
550 students attend Earlimart Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Earlimart Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Earlimart Elementary School?
Earlimart Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Earlimart Elementary School offer ?
Earlimart Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Earlimart Elementary School part of?
Earlimart Elementary School is part of Earlimart Elementary School District.
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