Serving 378 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Coleman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coleman Elementary School's student population of 378 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coleman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coleman Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3770 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
San Rafael City Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coleman Elementary School's ranking?
Coleman Elementary School is ranked #3770 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Coleman Elementary School often compared to?
Coleman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenwood 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Coleman Elementary School?
378 students attend Coleman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Coleman Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleman Elementary School?
Coleman Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Coleman Elementary School offer ?
Coleman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Coleman Elementary School part of?
Coleman Elementary School is part of San Rafael City Elementary School District.
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