Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Descanso Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Descanso Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Descanso, CA, and spans approximately 662.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 18.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum reach of 33.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Descanso Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Descanso Elementary School's student population of 188 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
188 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Descanso Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Descanso Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2545 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
40%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
54%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Descanso Elementary School's ranking?
Descanso Elementary School is ranked #2545 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Descanso Elementary School?
188 students attend Descanso Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Descanso Elementary School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Descanso Elementary School?
Descanso Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Descanso Elementary School offer ?
Descanso Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Descanso Elementary School part of?
Descanso Elementary School is part of Mountain Empire Unified School District.
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