Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Gidley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gidley Elementary serves the northwest part of El Monte, CA, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gidley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gidley Elementary School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
454 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1948
School Rankings
Gidley 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 Gidley Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#2593 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gidley Elementary School's ranking?
Gidley Elementary School is ranked #2593 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Gidley Elementary School?
454 students attend Gidley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Gidley Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gidley Elementary School?
Gidley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Gidley Elementary School offer ?
Gidley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Gidley Elementary School part of?
Gidley Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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