Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-3, La Primaria Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: La Primaria Elementary serves the northeast part of El Monte, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
La Primaria Elementary School's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
La Primaria 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 Primaria Elementary School is 0.18, 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
#5172 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Primaria Elementary School's ranking?
La Primaria Elementary School is ranked #5172 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?
30-39% 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 La Primaria Elementary School?
242 students attend La Primaria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of La Primaria Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of La Primaria Elementary School?
La Primaria Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does La Primaria Elementary School offer ?
La Primaria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is La Primaria Elementary School part of?
La Primaria Elementary School is part of Mountain View Elementary School District.
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