Serving 467 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Madera Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madera Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Madera Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Motto
One School, One Community, One Team!
School Rankings
Madera Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madera Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#928 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madera Elementary School's ranking?
Madera Elementary School is ranked #928 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Madera Elementary School often compared to?
Madera Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harding Elementary School, Fairmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Madera Elementary School?
467 students attend Madera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Madera Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madera Elementary School?
Madera Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Madera Elementary School offer ?
Madera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Madera Elementary School part of?
Madera Elementary School is part of West Contra Costa Unified School District.
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