Serving 556 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 88% 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: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion's student population of 556 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion 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 Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is 0.30, 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
#5338 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
83%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion's ranking?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is ranked #5338 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion often compared to?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersionis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Ford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion?
556 students attend Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion offer ?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion part of?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is part of Redwood City Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion located?
Adelante Selby Spanish Immersion is located in the West Atherton neighborhood of Atherton, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Atherton.
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