Serving 43 students in grades 8, Sequoia Union 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 40-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoia Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sequoia Union Elementary School's student population of 43 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 200% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
43 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Sequoia Union 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 Sequoia Union Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#3479 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
58%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sequoia Union Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoia Union Elementary School's ranking?
Sequoia Union Elementary School is ranked #3479 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Sequoia Union Elementary School?
43 students attend Sequoia Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Sequoia Union Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoia Union Elementary School?
Sequoia Union Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Sequoia Union Elementary School offer ?
Sequoia Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is Sequoia Union Elementary School part of?
Sequoia Union Elementary School is part of Sequoia Union Elementary School District.
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