Serving 449 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wesley Gaines ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wesley Gaines ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wesley Gaines's student population of 449 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
449 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Wesley Gaines 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 Wesley Gaines 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
#3356 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Paramount Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesley Gaines's ranking?
Wesley Gaines is ranked #3356 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wesley Gaines?
449 students attend Wesley Gaines.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Wesley Gaines students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wesley Gaines?
Wesley Gaines has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wesley Gaines offer ?
Wesley Gaines offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wesley Gaines part of?
Wesley Gaines is part of Paramount Unified School District.
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