Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ripon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 48% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ripon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ripon Elementary School's student population of 460 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
460 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Ripon Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ripon Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2188 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
42%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Ripon Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Indian
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ripon Elementary School's ranking?
Ripon Elementary School is ranked #2188 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ripon Elementary School often compared to?
Ripon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park View Elementary School, Weston Elementary School, Ripona Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ripon Elementary School?
460 students attend Ripon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Ripon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ripon Elementary School?
Ripon Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ripon Elementary School offer ?
Ripon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ripon Elementary School part of?
Ripon Elementary School is part of Ripon Unified School District.
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