Serving 920 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Santiago 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 22% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 920 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santiago Elementary School's student population of 920 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Santiago Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santiago Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#5386 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Santiago Elementary School's ranking?
Santiago Elementary School is ranked #5386 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Santiago Elementary School?
920 students attend Santiago Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Santiago Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santiago Elementary School?
Santiago Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Santiago Elementary School offer ?
Santiago Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Santiago Elementary School part of?
Santiago Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Santiago Elementary School located?
Santiago Elementary School is located in the West Floral Park neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA.
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