Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Niemes (John H.) 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Niemes (John H.) Elementary School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Niemes (John H.) 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 Niemes (John H.) Elementary School is 0.38, which is less 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
#4175 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Niemes (John H.) Elementary School's ranking?
Niemes (John H.) Elementary School is ranked #4175 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Niemes (John H.) Elementary School often compared to?
Niemes (John H.) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burbank (Luther) Elementary School, Nixon (Patricia) Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Niemes (John H.) Elementary School?
648 students attend Niemes (John H.) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Niemes (John H.) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niemes (John H.) Elementary School?
Niemes (John H.) Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Niemes (John H.) Elementary School offer ?
Niemes (John H.) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Niemes (John H.) Elementary School part of?
Niemes (John H.) Elementary School is part of ABC Unified School District.
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