Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Alice Shaw 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 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alice Shaw Elementary School's student population of 526 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Alice Shaw 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 Alice Shaw Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#5542 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Shaw Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alice Shaw Elementary School's ranking?
Alice Shaw Elementary School is ranked #5542 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Alice Shaw Elementary School often compared to?
Alice Shaw Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orcutt Academy Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Alice Shaw Elementary School?
526 students attend Alice Shaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Alice Shaw Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alice Shaw Elementary School?
Alice Shaw Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Alice Shaw Elementary School offer ?
Alice Shaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Alice Shaw Elementary School part of?
Alice Shaw Elementary School is part of Orcutt Union Elementary School District.
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