Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath 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 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School's student population of 419 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#3703 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
5%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School's ranking?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School is ranked #3703 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School often compared to?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newhall Elementary School, Golden Oak Community by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School?
419 students attend Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School offer ?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School part of?
Dr. J. Michael Mcgrath Elementary School is part of Newhall School District.
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