Serving 607 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tuolumne Elementary School 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 11% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 607 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuolumne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Tuolumne Elementary School's student population of 607 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
607 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Tuolumne Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tuolumne Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#8917 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuolumne Elementary School's ranking?
Tuolumne Elementary School is ranked #8917 out of 9,523 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Tuolumne Elementary School?
607 students attend Tuolumne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Tuolumne Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuolumne Elementary School?
Tuolumne Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Tuolumne Elementary School offer ?
Tuolumne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Tuolumne Elementary School part of?
Tuolumne Elementary School is part of Modesto City Elementary School District.
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