Serving 642 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vejar Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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-5
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vejar Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Vejar Elementary School's student population of 642 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vejar Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vejar Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#1253 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
12%
Hispanic
25%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
5%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vejar Elementary School's ranking?
Vejar Elementary School is ranked #1253 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Vejar Elementary School often compared to?
Vejar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cyrus J. Morris Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vejar Elementary School?
642 students attend Vejar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Vejar Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vejar Elementary School?
Vejar Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Vejar Elementary School offer ?
Vejar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Vejar Elementary School part of?
Vejar Elementary School is part of Walnut Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Upcoming Events)
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break- No School (Upcoming Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School (Upcoming Events)
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Upcoming Events)
May 29, 2025 (Thursday)
First Day of School, Minimum Day (Upcoming Events)
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
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