Serving 358 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Soquel 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 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% 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-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Soquel Elementary School's student population of 358 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Soquel 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 Soquel Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#4248 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
40%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
47%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soquel Elementary School's ranking?
Soquel Elementary School is ranked #4248 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Soquel Elementary School often compared to?
Soquel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Main Street 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Soquel Elementary School?
358 students attend Soquel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Soquel Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soquel Elementary School?
Soquel Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Soquel Elementary School offer ?
Soquel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Soquel Elementary School part of?
Soquel Elementary School is part of Soquel Union Elementary School District.
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