Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, La Granada 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Granada Elementary serves the northern part of Riverside, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.6 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Granada Elementary School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
524 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
School Motto
Never Settle for Less Than Your Very BEST! We show grit and gratitude every day in all that we do.
School Rankings
La Granada 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 La Granada 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
#8174 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
94%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
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)34.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 La Granada Elementary School's ranking?
La Granada Elementary School is ranked #8174 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are La Granada Elementary School often compared to?
La Granada Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foothill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend La Granada Elementary School?
524 students attend La Granada Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of La Granada Elementary School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Granada Elementary School?
La Granada Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Granada Elementary School offer ?
La Granada Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is La Granada Elementary School part of?
La Granada Elementary School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is La Granada Elementary School located?
La Granada Elementary School is located in the La Sierra Acres neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in La Sierra Acres.
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