Serving 719 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Halkin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 719 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Halkin Elementary School's student population of 719 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
719 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sat. Aug 30, 2025
School Rankings
Halkin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Halkin Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#6440 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
54%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Halkin Elementary School's ranking?
Halkin Elementary School is ranked #6440 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Halkin Elementary School often compared to?
Halkin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Halkin Elementary School?
719 students attend Halkin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Halkin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Halkin Elementary School?
Halkin Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Halkin Elementary School offer ?
Halkin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Halkin Elementary School part of?
Halkin Elementary School is part of San Leandro Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Halkin Elementary School located?
Halkin Elementary School is located in the Davis Tract neighborhood of San Leandro, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Davis Tract.
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