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#2493 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 26% in state

Earlimart Elementary

Elementary School · Earlimart Elementary

PO Box 11970, Earlimart, CA 93219

Enrollment

494

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,493 of 9,539

In Earlimart

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Earlimart Elementary

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Earlimart Elementary

7.5/10

Elementary School in Earlimart · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Earlimart Middle

6.5/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.4/10

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About Earlimart Elementary

Earlimart Elementary is a public elementary school in Earlimart, CA, part of Earlimart Elementary. Earlimart Elementary serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Earlimart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,493 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Earlimart Elementary show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Earlimart Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

39% of students at Earlimart 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-0.52 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.3% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-30.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.9 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-4.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,630
Chronic Absenteeism38.7%

Earlimart Elementary — Students at Earlimart Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 15.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 23.1% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
16%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
26%
2022
Math
13.9%
ELA
18.4%
2024
Math
15.2%
ELA
20.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.

How Earlimart Elementary Compares

See how Earlimart Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in CA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

Location

PO Box 11970, Earlimart, CA 93219

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Earlimart Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harvest Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Delano), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbine Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Delano), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morningside (rated 8.5/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Delano), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Earlimart, see our Earlimart schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Earlimart Middle Earlimart 0.3 mi 6.5
Alila Earlimart 0.8 mi 5.4
Columbine Elementary Delano 4.7 mi 8.8
Pixley Middle Pixley 6.2 mi 8.1
Pixley Elementary Pixley 6.2 mi 7.5
Albany Park Elementary Delano 6.9 mi 5.8
SEQUOIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Delano 7.1 mi
Terrace Elementary Delano 7.1 mi 8.4
Morningside Delano 7.1 mi 8.5
Princeton Street Elementary Delano 7.2 mi 7.5
Valley High Delano 7.3 mi 5.4
Delano High Delano 7.5 mi 7.6
Almond Tree Middle Delano 7.6 mi 8.7
Robert F. Kennedy High Delano 7.7 mi 7.5
Fremont Elementary Delano 7.8 mi 6.1
Cecil Avenue Math and Science Academy Delano 7.7 mi 7.5
Wonderful College Prep Academy Delano 7.5 mi 8.6
Harvest Elementary Delano 7.9 mi 9.1
Pioneer Delano 8.1 mi 7.6
La Vina Middle Delano 7.9 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93219 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$52,883

Median Home Value

$266,000

Median Rent

$945/mo

Population

9,708

College Educated

3.5%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

27.3 min

Poverty Rate

18.8%

Median Age

26

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Earlimart Elementary

What grades does Earlimart Elementary serve?

Earlimart Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Earlimart Elementary?

Earlimart Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Earlimart Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Earlimart Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Earlimart Elementary rank in CA?

Earlimart Elementary ranks #2,493 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Earlimart Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Earlimart Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Earlimart Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Earlimart Elementary has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Earlimart Elementary a charter school?

No, Earlimart Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Earlimart Elementary a Title I school?

No, Earlimart Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earlimart Elementary?

91.5% of students at Earlimart 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tulare County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

District

Earlimart Elementary
District Enrollment
1,391
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,630
District Rank
#1 of 3

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