Serving 560 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arcohe 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 39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arcohe Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 119 square miles around Herald, CA. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being 14.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arcohe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Arcohe Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
560 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arcohe 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 Arcohe Elementary School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4090 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
8%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arcohe Elementary School's ranking?
Arcohe Elementary School is ranked #4090 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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arcohe Elementary School?
560 students attend Arcohe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Arcohe Elementary School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arcohe Elementary School?
Arcohe Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arcohe Elementary School offer ?
Arcohe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Arcohe Elementary School part of?
Arcohe Elementary School is part of Arcohe Union Elementary School District.
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