Serving 656 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Akers 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Akers Elementary School's student population of 656 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Akers Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akers Elementary School is 0.75, 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
#2318 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
27%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
37%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
17%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Akers Elementary School's ranking?
Akers Elementary School is ranked #2318 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Akers Elementary School often compared to?
Akers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. J. Neutra, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Akers Elementary School?
656 students attend Akers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Akers Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akers Elementary School?
Akers Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Akers Elementary School offer ?
Akers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Akers Elementary School part of?
Akers Elementary School is part of Central Union Elementary School District.
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