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Gabilan Elementary
Elementary School · Soledad Unified
330 North Walker Dr., Soledad, CA 93960
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
21.9:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,159 of 9,539
In Soledad
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Soledad Unified
Equity
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Gabilan Elementary
Elementary School in Soledad · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Gabilan Elementary
Gabilan Elementary is a public elementary school in Soledad, CA, part of Soledad Unified. Gabilan Elementary serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Gabilan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #5,159 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Gabilan Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Gabilan Elementary runs 21.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Gabilan 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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Gabilan Elementary — Students at Gabilan Elementary score 35% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.
How Gabilan Elementary Compares
See how Gabilan Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
330 North Walker Dr., Soledad, CA 93960
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gabilan Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chualar Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Chualar), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rose Ferrero Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary Chapa Academy (rated 7.5/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Soledad, see our Soledad schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Vicente Elementary Soledad | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Soledad Virtual Academy Soledad | 0.4 mi | 1.9 |
| Soledad Transition Center Soledad | 0.4 mi | — |
| Main Street Middle Soledad | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Pinnacles High Soledad | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Jack Franscioni Elementary Soledad | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Soledad High Soledad | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Rose Ferrero Elementary Soledad | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Frank Ledesma Elementary Soledad | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Mission Elementary Soledad | 3.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Mary Chapa Academy Greenfield | 8.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Arroyo Seco Academy Greenfield | 8.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Cesar Chavez Elementary Greenfield | 8.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Oak Avenue Elementary Greenfield | 8.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Vista Verde Middle Greenfield | 8.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 9.1 mi | 6.6 |
| La Gloria Elementary Gonzales | 8.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Fairview Middle Gonzales | 8.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Gonzales High Gonzales | 8.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Chualar Elementary Chualar | 14.7 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93960 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,504
Median Home Value
$567,500
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
25,736
College Educated
7.4%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gabilan Elementary
What grades does Gabilan Elementary serve?
Gabilan Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Gabilan Elementary?
Gabilan Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gabilan Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Gabilan Elementary is 21.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gabilan Elementary rank in CA?
Gabilan Elementary ranks #5,159 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Gabilan Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Gabilan Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Gabilan Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gabilan Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Gabilan Elementary a charter school?
No, Gabilan Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gabilan Elementary a Title I school?
No, Gabilan Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gabilan Elementary?
90.1% of students at Gabilan 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Monterey County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.2%
- Phone
- (831) 678-6440
Resources & Links
District
Soledad Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,700
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,342
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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