Serving 557 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Don Julian 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 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 23:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Don Julian Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Don Julian Elementary School's student population of 557 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Don Julian Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Don Julian Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#4918 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Don Julian Elementary School's ranking?
Don Julian Elementary School is ranked #4918 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
557 students attend Don Julian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Don Julian Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Don Julian Elementary School?
Don Julian Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, 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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