Serving 587 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School)'s student population of 587 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Gilroy Prep (A Navigator 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 Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) is 0.54, 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
#1606 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School)'s ranking?
Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) is ranked #1606 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) often compared to?
Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School)is often viewed alongside schools like Hollister Dual Language Academy, Ladd Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School)?
587 students attend Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School)?
Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) offer ?
Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) part of?
Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) is part of Gilroy Prep (A Navigator School) School District.
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