Serving 596 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Citrus Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 97% 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: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Citrus Elementary serves the southern part of Fontana, CA, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, as the furthest edge of the zone is about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Citrus Elementary School's student population of 596 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
596 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Citrus 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 Citrus Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#7833 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-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 Citrus Elementary School's ranking?
Citrus Elementary School is ranked #7833 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Citrus Elementary School often compared to?
Citrus Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Date Elementary School, South Tamarind Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Citrus Elementary School?
596 students attend Citrus Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Citrus Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Citrus Elementary School?
Citrus Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Citrus Elementary School offer ?
Citrus Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Citrus Elementary School part of?
Citrus Elementary School is part of Fontana Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love citrus elementary. I love the school so much. I liked all my teacher mr. F. Lieshman and especially Mrs. Hernandez. She is the best teacher. i'm so glad to have all of them and to have such cool time. This school is the best.
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