Serving 351 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Poinsettia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 43% 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: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poinsettia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poinsettia Elementary School's student population of 351 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Poinsettia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poinsettia 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
#1748 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
57%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Goliath The Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poinsettia Elementary School's ranking?
Poinsettia Elementary School is ranked #1748 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Poinsettia Elementary School often compared to?
Poinsettia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mound Elementary School, Portola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Poinsettia Elementary School?
351 students attend Poinsettia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Poinsettia Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poinsettia Elementary School?
Poinsettia Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Poinsettia Elementary School offer ?
Poinsettia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Poinsettia Elementary School part of?
Poinsettia Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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