Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Soleado Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soleado Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Soleado Elementary School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Soleado Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Soleado Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#126 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
18%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
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 Soleado Elementary School's ranking?
Soleado Elementary School is ranked #126 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Soleado Elementary School often compared to?
Soleado Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Spur Elementary School, Montemalaga Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Soleado Elementary School?
452 students attend Soleado Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Soleado Elementary School students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soleado Elementary School?
Soleado Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Soleado Elementary School offer ?
Soleado Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Soleado Elementary School part of?
Soleado Elementary School is part of Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
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