Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Glenknoll Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenknoll Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Glenknoll Elementary School's student population of 435 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glenknoll Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenknoll Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#568 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
31%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
42%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenknoll Elementary School's ranking?
Glenknoll Elementary School is ranked #568 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Glenknoll Elementary School often compared to?
Glenknoll Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Glenknoll Elementary School?
435 students attend Glenknoll Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Glenknoll Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenknoll Elementary School?
Glenknoll Elementary School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Glenknoll Elementary School offer ?
Glenknoll Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Glenknoll Elementary School part of?
Glenknoll Elementary School is part of Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District.
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Spring Break (Events)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break (Events)
April 18, 2025 (Friday)
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