Serving 785 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Southport Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southport Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southport Elementary School's student population of 785 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
785 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to improve the academic performance of all students in order to prepare them for their future.
School Rankings
Southport 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 Southport Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#3258 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
32%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southport Elementary School's ranking?
Southport Elementary School is ranked #3258 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Southport Elementary School often compared to?
Southport Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeway Island Elementary School, Stonegate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Southport Elementary School?
785 students attend Southport Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Southport Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southport Elementary School?
Southport Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Southport Elementary School offer ?
Southport Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Southport Elementary School part of?
Southport Elementary School is part of Washington Unified School District.
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