Serving 703 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary Casey Black 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 31% (which is lower 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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 703 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Casey Black Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mary Casey Black Elementary School's student population of 703 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
703 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Casey Black 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 Mary Casey Black Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#4380 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
41%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
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 Mary Casey Black Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Casey Black Elementary School is ranked #4380 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mary Casey Black Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Casey Black Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Mary Casey Black Elementary School?
703 students attend Mary Casey Black Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mary Casey Black Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Casey Black Elementary School?
Mary Casey Black Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mary Casey Black Elementary School offer ?
Mary Casey Black Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mary Casey Black Elementary School part of?
Mary Casey Black Elementary School is part of Brentwood Union School District.
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