Serving 582 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Alisal Community 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 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alisal Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alisal Community's student population of 582 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alisal Community 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 Alisal Community is 0.02, 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
#5853 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Alisal Community's ranking?
Alisal Community is ranked #5853 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alisal Community often compared to?
Alisal Communityis often viewed alongside schools like Bardin Elementary School, El Gabilan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alisal Community?
582 students attend Alisal Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Alisal Community students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alisal Community?
Alisal Community has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alisal Community offer ?
Alisal Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Alisal Community part of?
Alisal Community is part of Alisal Union School District.
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