Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ella Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ella Elementary serves the southwest part of Olivehurst, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 1.4 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ella Elementary School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
554 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Build Character * Inspire Minds * Empower Lifelong Success.
School Rankings
Ella Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ella Elementary School 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
#7157 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ella Elementary School's ranking?
Ella Elementary School is ranked #7157 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ella Elementary School?
554 students attend Ella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ella Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ella Elementary School?
Ella Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ella Elementary School offer ?
Ella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ella Elementary School part of?
Ella Elementary School is part of Marysville Joint Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Ella was an amazing school. Unfortunately had to move away, yet Ella holds a special place in my heart. I will always remember the friendly and welcoming staff and the warm welcoming faces of the many friends I made. I loved the P.E program since it covered the basics of sports and wellness of our body. The music program was also very fun, since you''re available to obtain the knowledge of different instruments. Thank you, Ella, for giving me the best elementary school experience possible.
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