Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cottonwood 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cottonwood Elementary serves the southwest part of Aguanga, CA, covering an area of approximately 105.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cottonwood's student population of 197 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood is 0.54, 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
#3882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
White
37%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood's ranking?
Cottonwood is ranked #3882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cottonwood often compared to?
Cottonwoodis often viewed alongside schools like Sycamore Academy Of Science And Cultural Arts, Vail Ranch Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood?
197 students attend Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Cottonwood students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood?
Cottonwood has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Cottonwood offer ?
Cottonwood offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cottonwood part of?
Cottonwood is part of Hemet Unified School District.
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