Serving 11 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Parkfield 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the California state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in CA)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Parkfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Parkfield Elementary School's student population of 11 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Parkfield Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
21:1
Hispanic
91%
56%
White
9%
20%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
29%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% CA state average).
How many students attend Parkfield Elementary School?
11 students attend Parkfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Parkfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkfield Elementary School?
Parkfield Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Parkfield Elementary School offer ?
Parkfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Parkfield Elementary School part of?
Parkfield Elementary School is part of Shandon Joint Unified School District.
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