Serving 119 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Knights Ferry 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 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Knights Ferry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Knights Ferry Elementary School's student population of 119 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring academic excellence and cultivating citizenship for the future success of the whole child.
School Rankings
Knights Ferry 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 Knights Ferry 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
#2545 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
71%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
9%
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 Knights Ferry Elementary School's ranking?
Knights Ferry Elementary School is ranked #2545 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Knights Ferry Elementary School often compared to?
Knights Ferry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Oaks Elementary School, Sierra View Elementary 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Knights Ferry Elementary School?
119 students attend Knights Ferry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Knights Ferry Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 14% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knights Ferry Elementary School?
Knights Ferry Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Knights Ferry Elementary School offer ?
Knights Ferry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Knights Ferry Elementary School part of?
Knights Ferry Elementary School is part of Knights Ferry Elementary School District.
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