Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Las Juntas 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 66% 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: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Juntas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Las Juntas Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Las Juntas 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 Las Juntas Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#4689 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
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
8%
12%
Hispanic
42%
55%
Black
4%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
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 Las Juntas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Juntas Elementary School is ranked #4689 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Las Juntas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Juntas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wren Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Las Juntas Elementary School?
341 students attend Las Juntas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Las Juntas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Juntas Elementary School?
Las Juntas Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Las Juntas Elementary School offer ?
Las Juntas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Las Juntas Elementary School part of?
Las Juntas Elementary School is part of Martinez Unified School District.
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