Serving 381 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jensen Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jensen Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jensen Ranch Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jensen Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jensen Ranch Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#67 out of 9602 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
60%
12%
Hispanic
10%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
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 Jensen Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Jensen Ranch Elementary School is ranked #67 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in California.
What schools are Jensen Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Jensen Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independent Elementary School, Proctor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Jensen Ranch Elementary School?
381 students attend Jensen Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jensen Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jensen Ranch Elementary School?
Jensen Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Jensen Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Jensen Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Jensen Ranch Elementary School part of?
Jensen Ranch Elementary School is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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