Serving 393 students in grades Kindergarten-5, San Rafael Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
San Rafael Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
San Rafael Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
San Rafael Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of San Rafael Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#2421 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
74%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is San Rafael Elementary School's ranking?
San Rafael Elementary School is ranked #2421 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are San Rafael Elementary School often compared to?
San Rafael Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary W. Jackson Steam Multilingual Magnet Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend San Rafael Elementary School?
393 students attend San Rafael Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of San Rafael Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of San Rafael Elementary School?
San Rafael Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does San Rafael Elementary School offer ?
San Rafael Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is San Rafael Elementary School part of?
San Rafael Elementary School is part of Pasadena Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is San Rafael Elementary School located?
San Rafael Elementary School is located in the South Arroyo neighborhood of Pasadena, CA.
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