Very Good
#1847 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 19% in state
Santa Fe Elementary
Elementary School · Porterville Unified
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher
22.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,847 of 9,539
In Porterville
#3 of 33
public schools
In district
#2 of 21
Porterville Unified
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Santa Fe Elementary
Elementary School in Porterville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Santa Fe Elementary
Santa Fe Elementary is a public elementary school in Porterville, CA, part of Porterville Unified. Santa Fe Elementary serves approximately 822 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Fe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,847 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Fe Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Santa Fe 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
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Santa Fe Elementary — Students at Santa Fe Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 7.4/10.
How Santa Fe Elementary Compares
See how Santa Fe Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 West Grand Ave., Porterville, CA 93257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Fe Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Olive Street Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is John J. Doyle Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Roche Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Porterville, see our Porterville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Roche Elementary Porterville | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Vandalia Elementary Porterville | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Pioneer Middle Porterville | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Olive Street Elementary Porterville | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| John J. Doyle Elementary Porterville | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| ST ANNE SCHOOL Porterville | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Bartlett Middle Porterville | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Belleview Elementary Porterville | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Porterville High Porterville | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Citrus High Porterville | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Los Robles Elementary Porterville | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Sequoia Christian Academey Porterville Porterville | 1.8 mi | — |
| Granite Hills High Porterville | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Porterville | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| West Putnam Elementary Porterville | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Vine Street Community Day Porterville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Butterfield Charter Porterville | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Porterville Military Academy Porterville | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Alta Vista Elementary Porterville | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Westfield Elementary Porterville | 2.8 mi | 6.1 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Fe Elementary
What grades does Santa Fe Elementary serve?
Santa Fe Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Santa Fe Elementary?
Santa Fe Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 822 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe Elementary rank in CA?
Santa Fe Elementary ranks #1,847 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Santa Fe Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Fe Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Santa Fe Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Fe Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Santa Fe Elementary a charter school?
No, Santa Fe Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Fe Elementary a Title I school?
No, Santa Fe Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Santa Fe Elementary?
64.1% of students at Santa Fe 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 822
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.9%
- Phone
- (559) 782-6614
Resources & Links
District
Porterville Unified- District Enrollment
- 13,963
- Schools in District
- 22
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,988
- District Rank
- #2 of 21
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