Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Junipero Serra 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 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Junipero Serra Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Junipero Serra Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junipero Serra Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2283 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
61%
12%
Hispanic
23%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Junipero Serra Elementary School's ranking?
Junipero Serra Elementary School is ranked #2283 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Junipero Serra Elementary School often compared to?
Junipero Serra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline Elementary School, Westborough Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Junipero Serra Elementary School?
288 students attend Junipero Serra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Junipero Serra Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Junipero Serra Elementary School?
Junipero Serra Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Junipero Serra Elementary School offer ?
Junipero Serra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Junipero Serra Elementary School part of?
Junipero Serra Elementary School is part of South San Francisco Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Junipero Serra Elementary School located?
Junipero Serra Elementary School is located in the Serramonte neighborhood of Daly City, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Serramonte.
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