Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Carl E. Gilbert 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 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#6369 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
87%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School's ranking?
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School is ranked #6369 out of 9,602 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School?
526 students attend Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School?
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School offer ?
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School part of?
Carl E. Gilbert Elementary School is part of Buena Park Elementary School District.
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