Serving 368 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Potrero Heights 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 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 49%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Potrero Heights Elementary School's student population of 368 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potrero Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potrero Heights Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#1723 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
24%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Potrero Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Potrero Heights Elementary School is ranked #1723 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Potrero Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Potrero Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bella Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Potrero Heights Elementary School?
368 students attend Potrero Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Potrero Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Potrero Heights Elementary School offer ?
Potrero Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Potrero Heights Elementary School part of?
Potrero Heights Elementary School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
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