Serving 785 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garin Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 69% 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: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Garin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Garin Elementary School's student population of 785 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Making A Difference
School Rankings
Garin Elementary School 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 Garin 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
#2571 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
36%
56%
Black
8%
5%
White
31%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garin Elementary School's ranking?
Garin Elementary School is ranked #2571 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Garin Elementary School often compared to?
Garin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ron Nunn Elementary School, Mary Casey Black Elementary School, Brentwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Garin Elementary School?
785 students attend Garin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Garin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garin Elementary School?
Garin Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Garin Elementary School offer ?
Garin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Garin Elementary School part of?
Garin Elementary School is part of Brentwood Union School District.
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