Serving 790 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Zephyr Lane Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zephyr Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Zephyr Lane Elementary School's student population of 790 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zephyr Lane Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zephyr Lane Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#7944 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
90%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Zephyr Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Zephyr Lane Elementary School is ranked #7944 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Zephyr Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Zephyr Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfax Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Zephyr Lane Elementary School?
790 students attend Zephyr Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Zephyr Lane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zephyr Lane Elementary School?
Zephyr Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Zephyr Lane Elementary School offer ?
Zephyr Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Zephyr Lane Elementary School part of?
Zephyr Lane Elementary School is part of Fairfax Elementary School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Spring Break (Calendar)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Calendar)
April 21, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of Instruction (Calendar)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
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