Serving 144 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Palomares 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 50-59% (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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Palomares Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Palomares Elementary School's student population of 144 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
All Means All
School Rankings
Palomares 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 Palomares Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#1703 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
34%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
21%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
24%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Palomares Elementary School's ranking?
Palomares Elementary School is ranked #1703 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Palomares Elementary School often compared to?
Palomares Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independent Elementary School, Jensen Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% 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 Palomares Elementary School?
144 students attend Palomares Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Palomares Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Two or more races, 21% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Palomares Elementary School?
Palomares Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Palomares Elementary School offer ?
Palomares Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Palomares Elementary School part of?
Palomares Elementary School is part of Castro Valley Unified School District.
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