Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Marengo Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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-6
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marengo Ranch Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marengo Ranch Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marengo Ranch Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2855 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
57%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
35%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marengo Ranch Elementary School's ranking?
Marengo Ranch Elementary School is ranked #2855 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marengo Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Marengo Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Oaks Elementary School, Lake Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marengo Ranch Elementary School?
449 students attend Marengo Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Marengo Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marengo Ranch Elementary School?
Marengo Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Marengo Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Marengo Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Marengo Ranch Elementary School part of?
Marengo Ranch Elementary School is part of Galt Joint Union Elementary School District.
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