Serving 555 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Serrano 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 45% (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 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% 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: 555 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Serrano Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Serrano Elementary School's student population of 555 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
555 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Serrano 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 Serrano Elementary School is 0.68, which is more 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
#2866 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
38%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
40%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Serrano Elementary School's ranking?
Serrano Elementary School is ranked #2866 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Serrano Elementary School often compared to?
Serrano Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nohl Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 Serrano Elementary School?
555 students attend Serrano Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Serrano Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Serrano Elementary School?
Serrano Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Serrano Elementary School offer ?
Serrano Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Serrano Elementary School part of?
Serrano Elementary School is part of Orange Unified School District.
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