Serving 478 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Leo R. Croce 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 46% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leo R. Croce Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leo R. Croce Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leo R. Croce 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 Leo R. Croce Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#3500 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
33%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
45%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leo R. Croce Elementary School's ranking?
Leo R. Croce Elementary School is ranked #3500 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Leo R. Croce Elementary School often compared to?
Leo R. Croce Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Avenue Elementary School, Mary Farmar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Leo R. Croce Elementary School?
478 students attend Leo R. Croce Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Leo R. Croce Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leo R. Croce Elementary School?
Leo R. Croce Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Leo R. Croce Elementary School offer ?
Leo R. Croce Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Leo R. Croce Elementary School part of?
Leo R. Croce Elementary School is part of Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Leo R. Croce Elementary School located?
Leo R. Croce Elementary School is located in the Springtown neighborhood of Livermore, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Springtown.
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