Serving 236 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Bixby Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bixby Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bixby Elementary School's student population of 236 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bixby Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bixby Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#2020 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
76%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bixby Elementary School's ranking?
Bixby Elementary School is ranked #2020 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Bixby Elementary School?
236 students attend Bixby Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Bixby Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bixby Elementary School?
Bixby Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Bixby Elementary School offer ?
Bixby Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Bixby Elementary School part of?
Bixby Elementary School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
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