Serving 292 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cherrylee 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cherrylee Elementary serves the northeast part of El Monte, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherrylee Elementary School's student population of 292 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Cherrylee Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherrylee Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
24%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherrylee Elementary School's ranking?
Cherrylee Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cherrylee Elementary School?
292 students attend Cherrylee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cherrylee Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cherrylee Elementary School?
Cherrylee Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cherrylee Elementary School offer ?
Cherrylee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cherrylee Elementary School part of?
Cherrylee Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
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