Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Mains 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 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mains Elementary serves the west part of Calexico, CA, covering an area of approximately 31.4 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mains Elementary School's student population of 408 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mains 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 Mains Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#8711 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
99%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2007–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Mains Elementary School's ranking?
Mains Elementary School is ranked #8711 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mains Elementary School often compared to?
Mains Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blanche Charles Elementary School, Rockwood 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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mains Elementary School?
408 students attend Mains Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Mains Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mains Elementary School?
Mains Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mains Elementary School offer ?
Mains Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Mains Elementary School part of?
Mains Elementary School is part of Calexico Unified School District.
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