Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Los Perales Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Los Perales 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
Diversity
School Overview
Los Perales Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
370 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Los Perales Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Los Perales Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#109 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
23%
12%

Hispanic
11%
56%

Black
1%
5%

White
45%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
9%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Los Perales Elementary School's ranking?
Los Perales Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Los Perales Elementary School often compared to?
Los Perales Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donald L. Rheem Elementary School, Camino Pablo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Los Perales Elementary School?
370 students attend Los Perales Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Los Perales Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Los Perales Elementary School?
Los Perales Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Los Perales Elementary School offer ?
Los Perales Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Los Perales Elementary School part of?
Los Perales Elementary School is part of Moraga Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Los Perales Elementary School located?
Los Perales Elementary School is located in the Corliss neighborhood of Moraga, CA.
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