Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Demille Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Demille Elementary serves the southeast portion of Midway City, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Demille Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Demille Elementary School's student population of 562 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Demille Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Demille Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1847 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
74%
12%
Hispanic
20%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demille Elementary School's ranking?
Demille Elementary School is ranked #1847 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Demille Elementary School often compared to?
Demille Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jessie Hayden Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Demille Elementary School?
562 students attend Demille Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Demille Elementary School students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Demille Elementary School?
Demille Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Demille Elementary School offer ?
Demille Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Demille Elementary School part of?
Demille Elementary School is part of Westminster School District.
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