Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ophir 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% 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: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ophir Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ophir 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 Ophir Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#3962 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
25%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
55%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ophir Elementary School's ranking?
Ophir Elementary School is ranked #3962 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ophir Elementary School often compared to?
Ophir Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Children's Community Charter, Stanford Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ophir Elementary School?
441 students attend Ophir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ophir Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ophir Elementary School?
Ophir Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ophir Elementary School offer ?
Ophir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ophir Elementary School part of?
Ophir Elementary School is part of Oroville City Elementary School District.
School Reviews
5 11/17/2009
Teachers are Top Notch, and Seasoned Veterans of the Academic system. My kids love their teachers, and are doing very well here in Ophir. Kids went to Helen Wilcox last year, and that is another Great school! Oroville seems to have great schools! Couldn't be happier. Go Gophers!
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