Very Good
#2333 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 24% in state
Grasslands Elementary
Elementary School · Los Banos Unified
1951 Mission Dr., Los Banos, CA 93635
Enrollment
892
Student-Teacher
30.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
892
Student-Teacher
30.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,333 of 9,539
In Los Banos
#1 of 16
public schools
In district
#1 of 16
Los Banos Unified
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Grasslands Elementary
Elementary School in Los Banos · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grasslands Elementary
Grasslands Elementary is a public elementary school in Los Banos, CA, part of Los Banos Unified. Grasslands Elementary serves approximately 892 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 30.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grasslands Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,333 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Grasslands Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Grasslands Elementary runs 30.8:1 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.
32% of students at Grasslands 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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Grasslands Elementary — Students at Grasslands Elementary score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 12 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Grasslands Elementary Compares
See how Grasslands Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1951 Mission Dr., Los Banos, CA 93635
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grasslands Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Romero Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Santa Nella), with a very similar rating. Another option is Westside Union Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Los Banos, see our Los Banos schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Los Banos Junior High Los Banos | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Pacheco High Los Banos | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Transitional Kindergarten Center Los Banos | 0.6 mi | 3.5 |
| R. M. Miano Elementary Los Banos | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| San Luis High (Continuation) Los Banos | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| LOS BANOS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Los Banos | 1.2 mi | — |
| Los Banos Adventist Christian School Los Banos | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mercey Springs Elementary Los Banos | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Los Banos Elementary Los Banos | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Lorena Falasco Elementary Los Banos | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Los Banos High Los Banos | 1.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Westside Union Elementary Los Banos | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL Los Banos | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Valley Los Banos Community Merced | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Henry Miller Elementary Los Banos | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Crossroads Alternative Education Center Los Banos | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Creekside Junior High Los Banos | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Charleston Elementary Los Banos | 5.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Volta Elementary Los Banos | 6.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Romero Elementary Santa Nella | 10.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,666
Median Home Value
$423,900
Median Rent
$1,505/mo
Population
49,232
College Educated
13.2%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
51.1 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Median Age
30.6
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|---|---|
| Agnes L. Smith Elementary Huntington Beach, CA | 7.6 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Los Gatos, CA | 7.6 |
| Anthony Spangler Elementary Milpitas, CA | 7.6 |
| Arma J. Shull Elementary San Dimas, CA | 7.6 |
| Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana, CA | 7.6 |
| Blossom Valley Elementary El Cajon, CA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grasslands Elementary
What grades does Grasslands Elementary serve?
Grasslands Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Grasslands Elementary?
Grasslands Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 892 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grasslands Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Grasslands Elementary is 30.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grasslands Elementary rank in CA?
Grasslands Elementary ranks #2,333 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Grasslands Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Grasslands Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Grasslands Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grasslands Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Grasslands Elementary a charter school?
No, Grasslands Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grasslands Elementary a Title I school?
No, Grasslands Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grasslands Elementary?
76.7% of students at Grasslands 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
- 892
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 30.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Merced County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (209) 826-2122
Resources & Links
District
Los Banos Unified- District Enrollment
- 11,057
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,419
- District Rank
- #1 of 16
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