Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Atherwood 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% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Atherwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Atherwood Elementary School's student population of 475 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Atherwood 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 Atherwood Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1299 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Atherwood Elementary School's ranking?
Atherwood Elementary School is ranked #1299 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Atherwood Elementary School often compared to?
Atherwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Springs Elementary School, Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
How many students attend Atherwood Elementary School?
475 students attend Atherwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Atherwood Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Atherwood Elementary School?
Atherwood Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Atherwood Elementary School offer ?
Atherwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Atherwood Elementary School part of?
Atherwood Elementary School is part of Simi Valley Unified School District.
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