Serving 483 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gustine 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gustine Elementary School's student population of 483 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Gustine Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gustine Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#8537 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gustine Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gustine Elementary School's ranking?
Gustine Elementary School is ranked #8537 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Gustine Elementary School often compared to?
Gustine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gustine High School, Gustine Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gustine Elementary School?
483 students attend Gustine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Gustine Elementary School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gustine Elementary School?
Gustine Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gustine Elementary School offer ?
Gustine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Gustine Elementary School part of?
Gustine Elementary School is part of Gustine Unified School District.
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