Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Arroyo 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arroyo Elementary serves the west part of Simi Valley, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary located about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arroyo Elementary School's student population of 264 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
The Home of the Eagles
School Rankings
Arroyo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arroyo Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#5202 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo Elementary School's ranking?
Arroyo Elementary School is ranked #5202 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo Elementary School often compared to?
Arroyo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atherwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arroyo Elementary School?
264 students attend Arroyo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Arroyo Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arroyo Elementary School?
Arroyo Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arroyo Elementary School offer ?
Arroyo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Arroyo Elementary School part of?
Arroyo Elementary School is part of Simi Valley Unified School District.
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