Serving 549 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Dona Merced Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (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 81% 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: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dona Merced Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dona Merced Elementary School's student population of 549 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A School Where Every Child Counts
School Rankings
Dona Merced Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dona Merced Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2853 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
53%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
19%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Dona Merced Elementary School's ranking?
Dona Merced Elementary School is ranked #2853 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dona Merced Elementary School often compared to?
Dona Merced Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dona Merced Elementary School?
549 students attend Dona Merced Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dona Merced Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dona Merced Elementary School?
Dona Merced Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dona Merced Elementary School offer ?
Dona Merced Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Dona Merced Elementary School part of?
Dona Merced Elementary School is part of Central Elementary School District.
School Reviews
3 10/7/2020
This school was okay, but when people got bullied, no one would care. They try to make you do too many fundraisers and stuff. Overall, NOT a good school didn't send your kid here.
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