Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Don Julian Elementary School 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Don Julian Elementary serves the southwest part of La Puente, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Don Julian Elementary School's student population of 544 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Don Julian Elementary School 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 Don Julian Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#4593 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Julian Elementary School's ranking?
Don Julian Elementary School is ranked #4593 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Don Julian Elementary School often compared to?
Don Julian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edgewood Academy, J. E. Van Wig Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Don Julian Elementary School?
544 students attend Don Julian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Don Julian Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Don Julian Elementary School?
Don Julian Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Don Julian Elementary School offer ?
Don Julian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Don Julian Elementary School part of?
Don Julian Elementary School is part of Bassett Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Don Julian Elementary School located?
Don Julian Elementary School is located in the Bassett neighborhood of La Puente, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in Bassett.
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