Serving 223 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Waukena Joint Union Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 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-8
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waukena Joint Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Waukena Joint Union Elementary School's student population of 223 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Waukena Joint Union Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waukena Joint Union Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#5091 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
7%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Waukena Joint Union Elementary School's ranking?
Waukena Joint Union Elementary School is ranked #5091 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Waukena Joint Union Elementary School?
223 students attend Waukena Joint Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Waukena Joint Union Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waukena Joint Union Elementary School?
Waukena Joint Union Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Waukena Joint Union Elementary School offer ?
Waukena Joint Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Waukena Joint Union Elementary School part of?
Waukena Joint Union Elementary School is part of Waukena Joint Union Elementary School District.
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