Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Junipero Serra Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junipero Serra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Junipero Serra Elementary School's student population of 418 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Junipero Serra 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 Junipero Serra Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3506 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junipero Serra Elementary School's ranking?
Junipero Serra Elementary School is ranked #3506 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Junipero Serra Elementary School often compared to?
Junipero Serra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walton High School, Lassiter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Junipero Serra Elementary School?
418 students attend Junipero Serra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Junipero Serra Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junipero Serra Elementary School?
Junipero Serra Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Junipero Serra Elementary School offer ?
Junipero Serra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Junipero Serra Elementary School part of?
Junipero Serra Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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