Serving 445 students in grades 3-5, Vineyard 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vineyard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Vineyard Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
445 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Vineyard 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 Vineyard Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#3249 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
1%
12%

Hispanic
23%
56%

Black
n/a
5%

White
69%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vineyard Elementary School's ranking?
Vineyard Elementary School is ranked #3249 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Vineyard Elementary School?
445 students attend Vineyard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Vineyard Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vineyard Elementary School?
Vineyard Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Vineyard Elementary School offer ?
Vineyard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Vineyard Elementary School part of?
Vineyard Elementary School is part of Templeton Unified School District.
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