Serving 837 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Luther Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Luther Elementary School's student population of 837 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
5
School Motto
Dedicated to Academic Excellence, Individual Success, and the Cultivation of Caring, Confident Citizens
School Rankings
Luther Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Luther Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3611 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
61%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luther Elementary School's ranking?
Luther Elementary School is ranked #3611 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Luther Elementary School?
837 students attend Luther Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Luther Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Luther Elementary School?
Luther Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Luther Elementary School offer ?
Luther Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Luther Elementary School part of?
Luther Elementary School is part of Live Oak Unified School District.
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