Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gabriela Mistral 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% 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: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gabriela Mistral Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#1748 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Gabriela Mistral Elementary School's ranking?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School is ranked #1748 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gabriela Mistral Elementary School often compared to?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevenson Elementary School, Benjamin Bubb Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gabriela Mistral Elementary School?
380 students attend Gabriela Mistral Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Gabriela Mistral Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gabriela Mistral Elementary School?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gabriela Mistral Elementary School offer ?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gabriela Mistral Elementary School part of?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School is part of Mountain View Whisman School District.
In what neighborhood is Gabriela Mistral Elementary School located?
Gabriela Mistral Elementary School is located in the Shoreline West neighborhood of Mountain View, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Shoreline West.
School Calendar
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Date
MI - First Day of School/Primer Dia de Clases - Minimum Day Dismissal
August 13, 2025 (Wednesday)
MI - Last Day of School - Early Dismissal/ Ultimo Dia de Clases - Salida Temprana
June 05, 2026 (Friday)
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