Serving 693 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sonora 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 33% (which is equal to 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 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sonora Elementary School's student population of 693 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
693 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sonora 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 Sonora Elementary School is 0.45, which is less 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
#3854 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonora Elementary School's ranking?
Sonora Elementary School is ranked #3854 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Sonora Elementary School often compared to?
Sonora Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jamestown Elementary School, Curtis Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% 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 Sonora Elementary School?
693 students attend Sonora Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sonora Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sonora Elementary School?
Sonora Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sonora Elementary School offer ?
Sonora Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sonora Elementary School part of?
Sonora Elementary School is part of Sonora Elementary School District.
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