Frank Ledesma Elementary

Summary:

Frank Ledesma Elementary is a public elementary school in Soledad, California, serving 486 students in grades K-6. It is part of the Soledad Unified School District, which is ranked 1140 out of 1568 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Frank Ledesma Elementary shares a district with nearby Jack Franscioni Elementary and Gabilan Elementary, its performance metrics are generally lower. The school has seen a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 5.0% in 2017-2018 to 27.9% in 2022-2023, which is notably higher than the nearby schools. Academically, Frank Ledesma's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics are lower than the district and state averages, and its subgroup performance, such as for female, male, and Special Education students, also lags behind state benchmarks.

The school's high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, reaching 90.37% in 2020-2021, suggests it faces significant socioeconomic challenges that may impact student learning. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has steadily declined over the years, from 1708 out of 5530 California elementary schools in 2012-2013 to 4069 out of 5862 in 2023-2024. Addressing the school's high chronic absenteeism, providing targeted academic support, and supporting underperforming student subgroups could be crucial areas for improvement at Frank Ledesma Elementary.


Detail:

Public K-6

 973 Vista De Soledad
       Soledad, CA  93960-3489


(831) 678-6320

District: Soledad Unified

SchoolDigger Rank:
4069th of 5,862 California Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $6,360 Help


Students who attend Frank Ledesma Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Main Street Middle
High:    Soledad High

Student/teacher ratio:  23.1 Help
Number of students:  486

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
94.2%
Asian:
3.5%
White:
1.6%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  71.8% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Frank Ledesma Elementary ranks worse than 69.4% of elementary schools in California. It also ranks 4th among 5 ranked elementary schools in the Soledad Unified School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 28.43. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (94.2%), Asian (3.5%), White (1.6%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 71.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the Soledad Unified School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Frank Ledesma Elementary is 23.1, which is the lowest among 5 elementary schools in the Soledad Unified School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Frank Ledesma Elementary is $6,360. 3 elementary schools in the Soledad Unified School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Frank Ledesma Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Frank Ledesma Elementary 4069th of 5862 California public elementary schools. (See Frank Ledesma Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Soledad Unified:

SchoolDigger ranks Soledad Unified 1140th of 1568 California school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Frank Ledesma Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Frank Ledesma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2007 15.64 4601st 5113 10.0%
2008 14.44 4686th 5113 8.4%
2009 23.31 4183rd 5193 19.4%
2010 33.04 3620th 5314 31.9%
2011 37.26 3444th 5377 35.9%
2012 42.02 3138th 5390 41.8%
2013 67.19 1708th 5530 69.1%
2015 49.22 2487th 5611 55.7%
2016 41.95 2962nd 5614 47.2%
2017 37.67 3262nd 5692 42.7%
2018 34.53 3503rd 5662 38.1%
2019 38.22 3296th 5789 43.1%
2022 25.96 4253rd 5883 27.7%
2023 27.92 4089th 5874 30.4%
2024 28.43 4069th 5862 30.6%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Frank Ledesma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 31.16 2307th 3246 28.9%
2019 38.56 1874th 3275 42.8%
2022 40.60 1761st 3311 46.8%
2023 39.61 1852nd 3250 43.0%
2024 48.71 1257th 3160 60.2%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Frank Ledesma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 31.03 1594th 2420 34.1%
2024 21.25 2328th 2634 11.6%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Frank Ledesma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.42 2716th 5084 46.6%
2019 48.31 2515th 5173 51.4%
2022 31.13 3741st 5264 28.9%
2023 35.18 3462nd 5374 35.6%
2024 33.45 3652nd 5511 33.7%
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Rank History for Female students at Frank Ledesma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 34.86 3419th 5413 36.8%
2019 32.08 3660th 5492 33.4%
2022 26.96 4022nd 5635 28.6%
2023 35.67 3315th 5617 41.0%
2024 31.47 3674th 5605 34.5%
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Rank History for Disabled students at Frank Ledesma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 38.84 1353rd 2585 47.7%
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Rank History for Male students at Frank Ledesma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 34.30 3391st 5431 37.6%
2019 44.87 2736th 5510 50.3%
2022 26.22 4116th 5663 27.3%
2023 20.43 4671st 5650 17.3%
2024 25.45 4227th 5636 25.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Frank Ledesma Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools CA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.34 2595th 4830 46.3%
2019 50.50 2254th 4963 54.6%
2022 34.32 3342nd 5084 34.3%
2023 34.90 3325th 5098 34.8%
2024 35.56 3311th 5102 35.1%
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Data source: test scores: California Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Frank Ledesma Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2005 21 3 18 538 3 n/a n/a 13 596
2006 18 2 20 581 2 n/a n/a 24 647
2007 14 6 11 544 1 n/a n/a 29 605
2008 18 3 13 522 n/a n/a n/a 0 556
2009 6 3 9 514 0 1 25 0 558
2010 10 1 9 555 1 0 7 0 583
2011 10 1 16 598 3 0 3 0 631
2012 10 1 20 635 1 0 1 0 668
2013 6 1 14 618 2 0 1 0 642
2014 7 2 9 625 0 0 4 0 647
2015 10 2 13 583 1 0 7 0 616
2016 13 4 12 561 1 0 5 0 596
2017 14 4 7 545 1 1 3 0 575
2018 16 7 15 514 0 0 5 0 557
2019 15 7 16 499 0 0 5 0 542
2020 15 3 15 464 0 0 2 0 499
2021 13 3 15 455 0 0 2 0 488
2022 12 3 14 432 0 0 2 0 463
2023 8 1 17 458 0 0 2 0 486

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Frank Ledesma Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2005 596 27.1 22.0 88.5
2006 647 28.2 22.9 93.3
2007 605 26.2 23.1 93.6
2008 556 27.0 20.6 94.4
2009 558 26.0 20.7 91.8
2010 583 25.0 23.3 94.5
2011 631 n/a n/a 94
2012 668 27.0 24.7 n/a
2013 642 21.6 29.7 93.6
2014 647 23.0 28.1 89.8
2015 616 22.0 28.0 93.2
2016 596 23.0 25.9 77.9
2017 575 21.0 27.3 87.8
2018 557 21.0 26.5 86.9
2019 542 21.0 25.8 87.5
2020 499 n/a n/a 90.2
2021 488 19.0 25.6 90.4
2022 463 19.0 24.3 78.8
2023 486 21.0 23.1 71.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Frank Ledesma Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2005 596 27.1 22.0 88.5
2006 647 28.2 22.9 93.3
2007 605 26.2 23.1 93.6
2008 556 27.0 20.6 94.4
2009 558 26.0 20.7 91.8
2010 583 25.0 23.3 94.5
2011 631 n/a n/a 94
2012 668 27.0 24.7 n/a
2013 642 21.6 29.7 93.6
2014 647 23.0 28.1 89.8
2015 616 22.0 28.0 93.2
2016 596 23.0 25.9 77.9
2017 575 21.0 27.3 87.8
2018 557 21.0 26.5 86.9
2019 542 21.0 25.8 87.5
2020 499 n/a n/a 90.2
2021 488 19.0 25.6 90.4
2022 463 19.0 24.3 78.8
2023 486 21.0 23.1 71.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Kindergarten Immunization Rates

Frank Ledesma Elementary

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YearCompletely ImmunizedReligious ExemptionMedical ExemptionConditionalPolioHepatitis BVaricellaDTPMMR
2012100.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
2013100.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
2014100.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%100.0%
201599.0%1.0%0.0%0.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%99.0%
201699.0%0.0%0.0%1.0%99.0%100.0%100.0%99.0%100.0%
2017≥98.0%≤2.0%≤2.0%≤2.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%
2018≥98.0%≤2.0%≤2.0%≤2.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%
2019≥98.0%≤2.0%≤2.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%≥98.0%

Data source: California Department of Public Health
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Frank Ledesma Elementary

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2018 $6,360

Data source: California Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Frank Ledesma Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 3296th of 5789 Elementary schoolsRanks 4089th of 5874 Elementary schools
 12.7%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Frank Ledesma Elementary)47.219.7
 27.5%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Soledad Unified)37.319.3
 18%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)48.543
 5.6%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Frank Ledesma Elementary)5018.9
 31.1%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Soledad Unified)44.224.2
 20%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (California)50.245.1
 5.1%
4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Frank Ledesma Elementary)44.241.3
 2.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Soledad Unified)32.132.3
 0.1%
   4th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)49.543.7
 5.7%
4th Grade Mathematics (Frank Ledesma Elementary)37.729.3
 8.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Soledad Unified)27.826.4
 1.5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (California)44.940.8
 4.1%
5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Frank Ledesma Elementary)30.928.6
 2.3%
   5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Soledad Unified)34.527.9
 6.7%
   5th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)51.746.7
 5%
5th Grade Mathematics (Frank Ledesma Elementary)13.614.3
 0.7%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Soledad Unified)18.921.2
 2.3%
   5th Grade Mathematics (California)3833.4
 4.6%
5th Grade Science (Frank Ledesma Elementary)8.614.1
 5.5%
   5th Grade Science (Soledad Unified)15.216.8
 1.6%
   5th Grade Science (California)31.731.9
 0.1%
6th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Frank Ledesma Elementary)52.333.3
 18.9%
   6th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (Soledad Unified)34.833.4
 1.3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts/Literacy (California)48.544.2
 4.3%
6th Grade Mathematics (Frank Ledesma Elementary)40.932.5
 8.4%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Soledad Unified)26.128.8
 2.7%
   6th Grade Mathematics (California)38.533.2
 5.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students542486
 10.3%
African American71
 85.7%
American Indian00
Asian1617
 6.3%
Hispanic499458
 8.2%
Pacific Islander00
White158
 46.7%
Two or More Races52
 60%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients87.5%71.8%
 15.6%


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Frank Ledesma Elementary ranks 4069th of 5862 California elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students who attend Frank Ledesma Elementary usually go on to attend:

Middle : Main Street Middle
High : Soledad High

In the 2022-23 school year, 486 students attended Frank Ledesma Elementary.

Students at Frank Ledesma Elementary are 94% Hispanic, 3% Asian, 2% White.


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