Serving 517 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Donaldson Way Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donaldson Way Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Donaldson Way Elementary School's student population of 517 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Donaldson Way Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donaldson Way Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#3741 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
47%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donaldson Way Elementary School's ranking?
Donaldson Way Elementary School is ranked #3741 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Donaldson Way Elementary School often compared to?
Donaldson Way Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Napa Junction Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Donaldson Way Elementary School?
517 students attend Donaldson Way Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Donaldson Way Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donaldson Way Elementary School?
Donaldson Way Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Donaldson Way Elementary School offer ?
Donaldson Way Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Donaldson Way Elementary School part of?
Donaldson Way Elementary School is part of Napa Valley Unified School District.
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