Serving 804 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Brightwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Brightwood Elementary serves the southern part of Monterey Park, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brightwood 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
School Overview
Brightwood Elementary School's student population of 804 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
804 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brightwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brightwood Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#856 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Asian
55%
12%
Hispanic
37%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brightwood Elementary School's ranking?
Brightwood Elementary School is ranked #856 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Brightwood Elementary School often compared to?
Brightwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monterey Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Brightwood Elementary School?
804 students attend Brightwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Brightwood Elementary School students are Asian, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brightwood Elementary School?
Brightwood Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Brightwood Elementary School offer ?
Brightwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Brightwood Elementary School part of?
Brightwood Elementary School is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
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