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#6368 of 9,539 schools in CA
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Banta Elementary
Elementary School · Banta Unified
22345 El Rancho Rd., Tracy, CA 95304
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,368 of 9,539
In Tracy
#19 of 31
public schools
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Banta Elementary
Banta Elementary is a public elementary school in Tracy, CA, part of Banta Unified. Banta Elementary serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Banta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,368 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Banta Elementary show 12% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Banta Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Banta Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
40% of students at Banta Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Banta Elementary — Students at Banta Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How Banta Elementary Compares
See how Banta Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22345 El Rancho Rd., Tracy, CA 95304
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Banta Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Primary Charter (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIC Academy (rated 6.7/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Lathrop), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST BERNARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tracy, see our Tracy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Banta Charter Tracy | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Tracy High Tracy | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Millennium Charter Tracy | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Discovery Charter Tracy | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Primary Charter Tracy | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Tracy Seventh-day Adventist Christian Tracy | 2.9 mi | — |
| North Elementary Tracy | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Louis A. Bohn Elementary Tracy | 3.1 mi | 4.5 |
| TRACY SDA SCHOOL Tracy | 2.9 mi | — |
| Central Elementary Tracy | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST BERNARDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tracy | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Grace Mennonite School Winton | 3.3 mi | — |
| EPIC Academy Lathrop | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| River Islands High Lathrop | 4.0 mi | — |
| Monte Vista Middle Tracy | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| McKinley Elementary Tracy | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Duncan-Russell Community Day Tracy | 3.6 mi | — |
| George and Evelyn Stein Continuation Tracy | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Jefferson Tracy | 4.4 mi | 8.3 |
| South/West Park Elementary Tracy | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,359
Median Home Value
$869,300
Median Rent
$2,299/mo
Population
14,818
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
35.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
38.1
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| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Westminster, CA | 5.5 |
| CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morgan Hill, CA | 5.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Banta Elementary
What grades does Banta Elementary serve?
Banta Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Banta Elementary?
Banta Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Banta Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Banta Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Banta Elementary rank in CA?
Banta Elementary ranks #6,368 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Banta Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Banta Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Banta Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Banta Elementary has 12% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is Banta Elementary a charter school?
No, Banta Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Banta Elementary a Title I school?
No, Banta Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Banta Elementary?
75.0% of students at Banta Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- San Joaquin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (209) 229-4650
Resources & Links
District
Banta Unified- District Enrollment
- 168
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $43,859
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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