Serving 307 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marjorie H. Tobias 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
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School's student population of 307 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
5
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#668 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
71%
12%
Hispanic
16%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School's ranking?
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School often compared to?
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Edison Elementary School, Westlake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School?
307 students attend Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School?
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School offer ?
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School part of?
Marjorie H. Tobias Elementary School is part of Jefferson Elementary School District.
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