Serving 410 students in grades Kindergarten-5, R. J. Neutra ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 59% 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: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. J. Neutra ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
R. J. Neutra's student population of 410 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
410 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Move into the future, but treasure our heritage.
School Rankings
R. J. Neutra ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. J. Neutra is 0.72, 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
#861 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
10%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Central Union Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. J. Neutra's ranking?
R. J. Neutra is ranked #861 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are R. J. Neutra often compared to?
R. J. Neutrais often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Island Elementary School, Lemoore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend R. J. Neutra?
410 students attend R. J. Neutra.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of R. J. Neutra students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. J. Neutra?
R. J. Neutra has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does R. J. Neutra offer ?
R. J. Neutra offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is R. J. Neutra part of?
R. J. Neutra is part of Central Union Elementary School District.
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