Serving 719 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Sandra Tovar Medeiros 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School's student population of 719 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sandra Tovar Medeiros 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 Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#3509 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School's ranking?
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School is ranked #3509 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School often compared to?
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walnut Elementary Education Center, Mary Ann Sanders Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School?
719 students attend Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School?
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School offer ?
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School part of?
Sandra Tovar Medeiros Elementary School is part of Turlock Unified School District.
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