Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Summerville Elementary School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summerville Elementary School's student population of 457 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
Together, We Can Make a Difference.
School Rankings
Summerville 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 Summerville Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#4536 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Hispanic
17%
56%
White
64%
20%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Beavers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summerville Elementary School's ranking?
Summerville Elementary School is ranked #4536 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Summerville Elementary School often compared to?
Summerville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twain Harte, Belleview Elementary School, Soulsbyville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Summerville Elementary School?
457 students attend Summerville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Summerville Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summerville Elementary School?
Summerville Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Summerville Elementary School offer ?
Summerville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Summerville Elementary School part of?
Summerville Elementary School is part of Summerville Elementary School District.
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