For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,924 students in 91731, CA (there are 6 private schools, serving 550 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 91731, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 91731, CA are Rio Vista Elementary School, Legore Elementary School and Gidley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 91731 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the California public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 91731, CA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 91731, CA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rio Vista Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4300 North Esto
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2310
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2310
Gr: K-6 | 314 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Legore Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11121 Bryant Rd.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2329
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2329
Gr: K-6 | 514 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
Rank: #33.
Gidley Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10226 East Lower Azusa Rd.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2323
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2323
Gr: K-8 | 456 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
El Monte Union High School Community Day
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5050 Kings Row
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 258-4943
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 258-4943
Gr: 9-12 | 31 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Rank: #55.
El Monte High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3048 North Tyler Ave.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 444-7701
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 444-7701
Gr: 9-12 | 1,421 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Columbia Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3400 North California
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2306
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2306
Gr: K-8 | 713 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
Rank: #77.
Shirpser Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4020 North Gibson Rd.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2393
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2393
Gr: K-6 | 475 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
91731, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10900 Mulhall St.
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2321
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 575-2321
Gr: K-6 | 334 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Shadow Hills Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
12347 Ramona Blvd
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 433-0418
El Monte, CA 91731
(626) 433-0418
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 91731, CA?
The top ranked public schools in 91731, CA include Rio Vista Elementary School, Legore Elementary School and Gidley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 91731?
7 public schools are located in 91731.
What percentage of students in 91731 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 91731 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 91731?
91731 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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