Serving 445 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Marguerita 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 40% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Marguerita Elementary serves a central area in Alhambra, CA, encompassing approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 1.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marguerita Elementary School's student population of 445 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
445 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1930
School Motto
Welcome Back Huskies!
School Rankings
Marguerita 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 Marguerita Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#3013 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
36%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
59%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-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 Marguerita Elementary School's ranking?
Marguerita Elementary School is ranked #3013 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Marguerita Elementary School often compared to?
Marguerita Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emery Park Elementary School, William Northrup Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Marguerita Elementary School?
445 students attend Marguerita Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Marguerita Elementary School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marguerita Elementary School?
Marguerita Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Marguerita Elementary School offer ?
Marguerita Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Marguerita Elementary School part of?
Marguerita Elementary School is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Marguerita Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break!
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break/No School
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Students Return from Spring Break- Welcome Back Huskies!
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last day of tutoring
April 30, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of School- Minimum Day Schedule
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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