Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Great Western Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Western Elementary School's student population of 323 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Great Western 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 Great Western Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#3882 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
86%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Western Elementary School's ranking?
Great Western Elementary School is ranked #3882 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Great Western Elementary School?
323 students attend Great Western Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Great Western Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Western Elementary School?
Great Western Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Great Western Elementary School offer ?
Great Western Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Great Western Elementary School part of?
Great Western Elementary School is part of Kings Canyon Joint Unified School District.
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