Serving 1,104 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Muraoka (Saburo) 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 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muraoka (Saburo) 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
Diversity
School Overview
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School's student population of 1,104 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1551 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School's ranking?
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School is ranked #1551 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School often compared to?
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wolf Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School?
1,104 students attend Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School?
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School offer ?
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School part of?
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School is part of Chula Vista Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School located?
Muraoka (Saburo) Elementary School is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of Chula Vista, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Otay Ranch.
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