Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Steele Lane 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 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Steele Lane Elementary School's student population of 447 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Steele Lane 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 Steele Lane Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#8933 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
81%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Santa Rosa Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Steele Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Steele Lane Elementary School is ranked #8933 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Steele Lane Elementary School?
447 students attend Steele Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Steele Lane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Steele Lane Elementary School?
Steele Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Steele Lane Elementary School offer ?
Steele Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Steele Lane Elementary School part of?
Steele Lane Elementary School is part of Santa Rosa Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Steele Lane Elementary School located?
Steele Lane Elementary School is located in the North Junior College Neighborhood Association neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA.
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