Serving 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Juanamaria 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 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 65% 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: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Juanamaria Elementary School's student population of 397 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
397 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Our goal at Juanamaria Elementary is to ensure that every student has a safe, nurturing, and positive environment where students can learn to their fullest potential.
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Juanamaria 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 Juanamaria Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2956 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
35%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juanamaria Elementary School's ranking?
Juanamaria Elementary School is ranked #2956 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Juanamaria Elementary School often compared to?
Juanamaria Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portola Elementary School, Mound Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Juanamaria Elementary School?
397 students attend Juanamaria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Juanamaria Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% 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 Juanamaria Elementary School?
Juanamaria Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Juanamaria Elementary School offer ?
Juanamaria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Juanamaria Elementary School part of?
Juanamaria Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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