Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Madera Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Madera Elementary School's student population of 264 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madera Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madera Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#3560 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
49%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madera Elementary School's ranking?
Madera Elementary School is ranked #3560 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Madera Elementary School often compared to?
Madera Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loma Vista Elementary School, Westlake Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Madera Elementary School?
264 students attend Madera Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Madera Elementary School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madera Elementary School?
Madera Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Madera Elementary School offer ?
Madera Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Madera Elementary School part of?
Madera Elementary School is part of Simi Valley Unified School District.
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