Serving 322 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cortada 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cortada Elementary serves the southwest part of South El Monte, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cortada Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Cortada Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cortada 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 Cortada Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#5046 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
84%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cortada Elementary School's ranking?
Cortada Elementary School is ranked #5046 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cortada Elementary School?
322 students attend Cortada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cortada Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cortada Elementary School?
Cortada Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cortada Elementary School offer ?
Cortada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cortada Elementary School part of?
Cortada Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
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