Serving 331 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Toro Park 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 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Toro Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Toro Park Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
331 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Toro Park 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 Toro Park Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#896 out of 9602 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%

Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
6%
12%

Hispanic
27%
56%

Black
1%
5%

White
53%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%

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 Toro Park Elementary School's ranking?
Toro Park Elementary School is ranked #896 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Toro Park Elementary School often compared to?
Toro Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spreckels Elementary School, New Republic Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Toro Park Elementary School?
331 students attend Toro Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Toro Park Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toro Park Elementary School?
Toro Park Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Toro Park Elementary School offer ?
Toro Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Toro Park Elementary School part of?
Toro Park Elementary School is part of Washington Union Elementary School District.
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