Serving 910 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sebastian Questa Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 89% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sebastian Questa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sebastian Questa Elementary School's student population of 910 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sebastian Questa Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sebastian Questa Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#828 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
61%
12%
Hispanic
12%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
11%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sebastian Questa Elementary School's ranking?
Sebastian Questa Elementary School is ranked #828 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sebastian Questa Elementary School often compared to?
Sebastian Questa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Altamont Elementary School, Bethany Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sebastian Questa Elementary School?
910 students attend Sebastian Questa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sebastian Questa Elementary School students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sebastian Questa Elementary School?
Sebastian Questa Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Sebastian Questa Elementary School offer ?
Sebastian Questa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sebastian Questa Elementary School part of?
Sebastian Questa Elementary School is part of Lammersville Joint Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Sebastian Questa Elementary School located?
Sebastian Questa Elementary School is located in the Altamont Village neighborhood of Tracy, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Altamont Village.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break (Questa Elementary School)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School - Spring Break (Questa Elementary School)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School - 1:30pm Dismissal (Questa Elementary School)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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