Serving 698 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arroyo Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arroyo Vista Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Arroyo Vista Elementary School's student population of 698 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
698 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Arroyo Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arroyo Vista Elementary School is 0.75, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
12%
Hispanic
21%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
18%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Arroyo Vista Elementary School is ranked #423 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Arroyo Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monterey Hills Elementary School, Marengo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arroyo Vista Elementary School?
698 students attend Arroyo Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Arroyo Vista Elementary School students are Asian, 29% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arroyo Vista Elementary School?
Arroyo Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arroyo Vista Elementary School offer ?
Arroyo Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arroyo Vista Elementary School part of?
Arroyo Vista Elementary School is part of South Pasadena Unified School District.
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