Serving 370 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Ponderosa 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ponderosa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ponderosa Elementary School's student population of 370 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ponderosa 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 Ponderosa Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#2421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponderosa Elementary School's ranking?
Ponderosa Elementary School is ranked #2421 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ponderosa Elementary School often compared to?
Ponderosa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunshine Gardens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ponderosa Elementary School?
370 students attend Ponderosa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ponderosa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponderosa Elementary School?
Ponderosa Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ponderosa Elementary School offer ?
Ponderosa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Ponderosa Elementary School part of?
Ponderosa Elementary School is part of South San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Ponderosa Elementary School located?
Ponderosa Elementary School is located in the Avalon neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA.
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