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Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary

Elementary School · Santa Maria-Bonita

1120 West Harding St., Santa Maria, CA 93458

Enrollment

867

Student-Teacher

22.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#7,224 of 9,539

In Santa Maria

#26 of 30

public schools

In district

#17 of 21

Santa Maria-Bonita

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Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary

5.0/10

Elementary School in Santa Maria · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary

Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary is a public elementary school in Santa Maria, CA, part of Santa Maria-Bonita. Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary serves approximately 867 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,224 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary runs 22.8:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.6% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.9% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-29.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.9 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,207
Chronic Absenteeism17.3%

Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary — Students at Oakley (calvin C.) 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

92%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
38.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 21.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.4% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
43%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
33%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
13%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
13%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
9.8%
ELA
18.8%
2024
Math
16.5%
ELA
18.8%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary Compares

See how Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in CA
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1120 West Harding St., Santa Maria, CA 93458

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sanchez (David J.) Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Maria, see our Santa Maria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Eagles Christian Academy Santa Maria 0.7 mi
Bruce (Robert) Elementary Santa Maria 0.7 mi 5.2
Ontiveros (Juan Pacifico) Elementary Santa Maria 0.7 mi 6.8
Fairlawn Elementary Santa Maria 0.9 mi 6.3
El Camino Junior High Santa Maria 0.9 mi 6.6
AGAPE SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Santa Maria 1.1 mi
Kunst (Tommie) Junior High Santa Maria 1.3 mi 5.6
Alvin Elementary Santa Maria 1.2 mi 5.7
Rice (William) Elementary Santa Maria 1.4 mi 4.6
Sanchez (David J.) Elementary Santa Maria 1.9 mi 6.8
Santa Maria High Santa Maria 1.9 mi 6.8
Taylor (Ida Redmond) Elementary Santa Maria 1.7 mi 4.4
Adam (William Laird) Elementary Santa Maria 2.2 mi 6.0
Miller (Isaac) Elementary Santa Maria 2.1 mi 5.9
Fesler (Isaac) Junior High Santa Maria 2.0 mi 4.9
Tunnell (Martin Luther) Elementary Santa Maria 2.1 mi 6.8
Liberty Elementary Santa Maria 2.7 mi 5.1
Battles (Washington) Elementary Santa Maria 2.7 mi 5.1
Jimenez Roberto and Dr. Francisco Elementary Santa Maria 2.9 mi 7.9
Trivium Charter Lompoc 2.8 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93458 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,518

Median Home Value

$460,300

Median Rent

$1,825/mo

Population

59,126

College Educated

9.2%

Homeownership

43.5%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

17.9%

Median Age

27.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary

What grades does Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary serve?

Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary?

Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 867 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary rank in CA?

Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary ranks #7,224 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary a charter school?

No, Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary a Title I school?

No, Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakley (calvin C.) Elementary?

92.0% of students at Oakley (calvin C.) 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
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
867
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
92.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Santa Barbara County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.3%

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