Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Canyon Crest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Canyon Crest Elementary serves the southern part of Fontana, CA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canyon Crest Elementary School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
420 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canyon Crest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Canyon Crest Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#4921 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canyon Crest Elementary School's ranking?
Canyon Crest Elementary School is ranked #4921 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Canyon Crest Elementary School often compared to?
Canyon Crest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falcon Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Canyon Crest Elementary School?
420 students attend Canyon Crest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Canyon Crest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canyon Crest Elementary School?
Canyon Crest Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Canyon Crest Elementary School offer ?
Canyon Crest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Canyon Crest Elementary School part of?
Canyon Crest Elementary School is part of Fontana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Canyon Crest Elementary School located?
Canyon Crest Elementary School is located in the Southridge Village neighborhood of Fontana, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Southridge Village.
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