Serving 528 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West County Mandarin ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West County Mandarin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West County Mandarin's student population of 528 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 91% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
528 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
West County Mandarin ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West County Mandarin is 0.72, which is more 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
#2791 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
8%
20%
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West County Mandarin's ranking?
West County Mandarin is ranked #2791 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend West County Mandarin?
528 students attend West County Mandarin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of West County Mandarin students are Asian, 27% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West County Mandarin?
West County Mandarin has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West County Mandarin offer ?
West County Mandarin offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is West County Mandarin part of?
West County Mandarin is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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