Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rancho De La Nacion ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rancho De La Nacion's student population of 378 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rancho De La Nacion ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho De La Nacion is 0.27, 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
#7038 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
85%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho De La Nacion's ranking?
Rancho De La Nacion is ranked #7038 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho De La Nacion often compared to?
Rancho De La Nacionis often viewed alongside schools like El Toyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rancho De La Nacion?
378 students attend Rancho De La Nacion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Rancho De La Nacion students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rancho De La Nacion?
Rancho De La Nacion has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Rancho De La Nacion offer ?
Rancho De La Nacion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rancho De La Nacion part of?
Rancho De La Nacion is part of National Elementary School District.
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