Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Thomas Olaeta 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Olaeta Elementary School's student population of 387 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Olaeta 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 Thomas Olaeta Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#3745 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Thomas Olaeta Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas Olaeta Elementary School is ranked #3745 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Olaeta Elementary School?
387 students attend Thomas Olaeta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Thomas Olaeta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Olaeta Elementary School?
Thomas Olaeta Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thomas Olaeta Elementary School offer ?
Thomas Olaeta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Thomas Olaeta Elementary School part of?
Thomas Olaeta Elementary School is part of Atwater Elementary School District.
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