Serving 854 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Starr King K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Starr King K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Starr King K-8's student population of 854 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
854 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Starr King K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Starr King K-8 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
#9248 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
40%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
9%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Starr King K-8's ranking?
Starr King K-8 is ranked #9248 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Starr King K-8?
854 students attend Starr King K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Starr King K-8 students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Starr King K-8?
Starr King K-8 has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Starr King K-8 offer ?
Starr King K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Starr King K-8 part of?
Starr King K-8 is part of San Juan Unified School District.
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