Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hermosa Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hermosa Drive Elementary serves the northern part of Fullerton, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermosa Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hermosa Drive Elementary School's student population of 302 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hermosa Drive 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 Hermosa Drive Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#2231 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
15%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
57%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
21%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermosa Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Hermosa Drive Elementary School is ranked #2231 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hermosa Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Hermosa Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Elementary School, Rolling Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Hermosa Drive Elementary School?
302 students attend Hermosa Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hermosa Drive Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hermosa Drive Elementary School?
Hermosa Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hermosa Drive Elementary School offer ?
Hermosa Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hermosa Drive Elementary School part of?
Hermosa Drive Elementary School is part of Fullerton Elementary School District.
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