Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West County Mandarin ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (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 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West County Mandarin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West County Mandarin's student population of 397 students has grown by 189% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 800% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West County Mandarin 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 West County Mandarin is 0.74, which is more 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
#3167 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
37%
12%
Hispanic
29%
55%
Black
8%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
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 West County Mandarin's ranking?
West County Mandarin is ranked #3167 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are West County Mandarin often compared to?
West County Mandarinis often viewed alongside schools like Madera Elementary School, Mira Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 West County Mandarin?
397 students attend West County Mandarin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of West County Mandarin students are Asian, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West County Mandarin?
West County Mandarin has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does West County Mandarin offer ?
West County Mandarin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is West County Mandarin part of?
West County Mandarin is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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