Serving 406 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Howard J. Mckibben 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School's student population of 406 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Howard J. Mckibben 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 Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#5677 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School's ranking?
Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School is ranked #5677 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School?
406 students attend Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School?
Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School offer ?
Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School part of?
Howard J. Mckibben Elementary School is part of South Whittier Elementary School District.
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