Serving 309 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Van Allen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Van Allen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Van Allen Elementary School's student population of 309 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Van Allen 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 Van Allen Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#2889 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
53%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Allen Elementary School's ranking?
Van Allen Elementary School is ranked #2889 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Van Allen Elementary School often compared to?
Van Allen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dent Elementary School, Escalon Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Van Allen Elementary School?
309 students attend Van Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Van Allen Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Van Allen Elementary School?
Van Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Van Allen Elementary School offer ?
Van Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Van Allen Elementary School part of?
Van Allen Elementary School is part of Escalon Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break 4/18/25 - 4/25/25 (Events)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School (Events)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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