Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-8, American Union Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Union Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
American Union Elementary School's student population of 265 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
American 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 American Union Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#4699 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
77%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
16%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Union Elementary School's ranking?
American Union Elementary School is ranked #4699 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are American Union Elementary School often compared to?
American Union Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houghton-kearney Elementary School, Cedarwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend American Union Elementary School?
265 students attend American Union Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of American Union Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American Union Elementary School?
American Union Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does American Union Elementary School offer ?
American Union Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is American Union Elementary School part of?
American Union Elementary School is part of Washington Unified School District.
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