Serving 620 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Yamato Colony Elementary School 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 43% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yamato Colony Elementary School's student population of 620 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yamato Colony 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 Yamato Colony Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#2925 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yamato Colony Elementary School's ranking?
Yamato Colony Elementary School is ranked #2925 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Yamato Colony Elementary School often compared to?
Yamato Colony Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Selma Herndon Elementary School, Elim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Yamato Colony Elementary School?
620 students attend Yamato Colony Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Yamato Colony Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Yamato Colony Elementary School?
Yamato Colony Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Yamato Colony Elementary School offer ?
Yamato Colony Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Yamato Colony Elementary School part of?
Yamato Colony Elementary School is part of Livingston Union School District.
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