Serving 808 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Lemonwood 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 808 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lemonwood Elementary serves the east part of Oxnard, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lemonwood Elementary School's student population of 808 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
808 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lemonwood 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 Lemonwood Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#7416 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lemonwood Elementary School's ranking?
Lemonwood Elementary School is ranked #7416 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Lemonwood Elementary School?
808 students attend Lemonwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lemonwood Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lemonwood Elementary School?
Lemonwood Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Lemonwood Elementary School offer ?
Lemonwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Lemonwood Elementary School part of?
Lemonwood Elementary School is part of Oxnard School District.
In what neighborhood is Lemonwood Elementary School located?
Lemonwood Elementary School is located in the Lemonwood Eastmont neighborhood of Oxnard, CA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Better than Harrington school because of construction
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