Serving 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmhurst Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than 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 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmhurst Elementary School's student population of 360 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmhurst Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmhurst Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2506 out of 3649 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
66%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
24%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmhurst Elementary School's ranking?
Elmhurst Elementary School is ranked #2506 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elmhurst Elementary School often compared to?
Elmhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mound Elementary School, Montalvo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Elmhurst Elementary School?
360 students attend Elmhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Elmhurst Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmhurst Elementary School?
Elmhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elmhurst Elementary School offer ?
Elmhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elmhurst Elementary School part of?
Elmhurst Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/3/2020
Really good school love the principal she really cares about each and everyone of the students always in high spirits very sweet lady always says good morning staff in the office are very helpful And very sweet Whenever I need help they are there to help
5 9/26/2013
Elmhurst is a good school for kids who are brave, but it might not be the top choice of all schools when your talking about a shy, timmid type of kid.I should know because i've been going there since i was in kindergarten, now i'm in 5th grade.
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