Very Good
#2422 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 25% in state
Olive Street Elementary
Elementary School · Porterville Unified
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
638
Student-Teacher
26.6:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,422 of 9,539
In Porterville
#5 of 33
public schools
In district
#4 of 21
Porterville Unified
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Olive Street Elementary
Olive Street Elementary is a public elementary school in Porterville, CA, part of Porterville Unified. Olive Street Elementary serves approximately 638 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 26.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Olive Street Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,422 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Olive Street Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Olive Street Elementary runs 26.6:1 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
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Olive Street Elementary — Students at Olive Street Elementary score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75.5%
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: 8.4/10.
How Olive Street Elementary Compares
See how Olive Street Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olive Street Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Santa Fe Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is John J. Doyle Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Roche Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Porterville, see our Porterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Porterville High Porterville | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Bartlett Middle Porterville | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Santa Fe Elementary Porterville | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Roche Elementary Porterville | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville | 1.2 mi | — |
| Pioneer Middle Porterville | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Vandalia Elementary Porterville | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Citrus High Porterville | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| West Putnam Elementary Porterville | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Porterville | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Los Robles Elementary Porterville | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| John J. Doyle Elementary Porterville | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Vine Street Community Day Porterville | 2.0 mi | — |
| Butterfield Charter Porterville | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Porterville Military Academy Porterville | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Westfield Elementary Porterville | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Monache High Porterville | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Sequoia Middle Porterville | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,261
Median Home Value
$276,400
Median Rent
$1,086/mo
Population
79,340
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
30.9
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|---|---|
| Alpine Vista Tulare, CA | 7.5 |
| Antelope Creek Elementary Rocklin, CA | 7.5 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside, CA | 7.5 |
| Bixby Elementary Long Beach, CA | 7.5 |
| Brandon Elementary Goleta, CA | 7.5 |
| Brooklyn Avenue Los Angeles, CA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olive Street Elementary
What grades does Olive Street Elementary serve?
Olive Street Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Olive Street Elementary?
Olive Street Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 638 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olive Street Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Olive Street Elementary is 26.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Olive Street Elementary rank in CA?
Olive Street Elementary ranks #2,422 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Olive Street Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Olive Street 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 Olive Street Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Olive Street Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Olive Street Elementary a charter school?
No, Olive Street Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Olive Street Elementary a Title I school?
No, Olive Street Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olive Street Elementary?
75.5% of students at Olive Street 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
- 638
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (559) 782-7190
Resources & Links
District
Porterville Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,963
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,988
- District Rank
- #4 of 21
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