Serving 674 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gehringer 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 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 72% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gehringer Elementary School's student population of 674 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gehringer 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 Gehringer Elementary School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4471 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
52%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gehringer Elementary School's ranking?
Gehringer Elementary School is ranked #4471 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gehringer Elementary School often compared to?
Gehringer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alamo Elementary School, Laurel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gehringer Elementary School?
674 students attend Gehringer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Gehringer Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gehringer Elementary School?
Gehringer Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Gehringer Elementary School offer ?
Gehringer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gehringer Elementary School part of?
Gehringer Elementary School is part of Oakley Union Elementary School District.
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