Banta Elementary School serves 168 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banta Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
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Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Banta Elementary School's student population of 168 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
168 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Banta Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
69%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
20%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 schools are Banta Elementary School often compared to?
Banta Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Banta Charter by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Banta Elementary School?
168 students attend Banta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Banta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banta Elementary School?
Banta Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Banta Elementary School offer ?
Banta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Banta Elementary School part of?
Banta Elementary School is part of Banta Unified School District.
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