Serving 637 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rail Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: 637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Math Proficiency: 61%
- Reading Proficiency: 63%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rail Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rail Ranch Elementary School's student population of 637 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Rail Ranch Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)63%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
46%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
29%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 schools are Rail Ranch Elementary School often compared to?
Rail Ranch Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Avaxat Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Rail Ranch Elementary School?
637 students attend Rail Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Rail Ranch Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rail Ranch Elementary School?
Rail Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rail Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Rail Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rail Ranch Elementary School part of?
Rail Ranch Elementary School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
LAST DAY OF INSTRUCTION
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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