Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pacheco 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pacheco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pacheco Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pacheco 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 Pacheco Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2455 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
60%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pacheco Elementary School's ranking?
Pacheco Elementary School is ranked #2455 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pacheco Elementary School often compared to?
Pacheco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bishop's Peak Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pacheco Elementary School?
482 students attend Pacheco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pacheco Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pacheco Elementary School?
Pacheco Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Pacheco Elementary School offer ?
Pacheco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pacheco Elementary School part of?
Pacheco Elementary School is part of San Luis Coastal Unified School District.
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