Serving 32 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Graves Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Graves Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Graves Elementary School's student population of 32 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Graves Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Graves Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#4005 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Hispanic
88%
56%
White
6%
20%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graves Elementary School's ranking?
Graves Elementary School is ranked #4005 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Graves Elementary School?
32 students attend Graves Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Graves Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Graves Elementary School?
Graves Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Graves Elementary School offer ?
Graves Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Graves Elementary School part of?
Graves Elementary School is part of Graves Elementary School District.
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