Serving 369 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Granada Elementary School 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Granada Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Granada Elementary School's student population of 369 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
At Granada, we are committed to providing a comprehensive education that recognizes and nurtures the unique potential of each child.
School Rankings
Granada Elementary School 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 Granada Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#5857 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
12%
Hispanic
70%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Granada Elementary School's ranking?
Granada Elementary School is ranked #5857 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Granada Elementary School often compared to?
Granada Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martha Baldwin Elementary School, Dearborn Elementary Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Granada Elementary School?
369 students attend Granada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Granada Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Granada Elementary School?
Granada Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Granada Elementary School offer ?
Granada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Granada Elementary School part of?
Granada Elementary School is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
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Thanksgiving Break (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
VAPA-Last Day (Events)
May 13, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School - Minimum Day (Events)
May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
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