Serving 638 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Denton Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Denton Elementary School's student population of 638 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Denton Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denton Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#1230 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Denton Elementary School's ranking?
Denton Elementary School is ranked #1230 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Denton Elementary School often compared to?
Denton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hurley Elementary School, Oak Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Denton Elementary School?
638 students attend Denton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Denton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denton Elementary School?
Denton Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Denton Elementary School offer ?
Denton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Denton Elementary School part of?
Denton Elementary School is part of Visalia Unified School District.
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