Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mulberry Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mulberry Elementary serves the southwest part of Whittier, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mulberry Elementary School's student population of 447 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mulberry Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mulberry Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#2771 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
89%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
5%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mulberry Elementary School's ranking?
Mulberry Elementary School is ranked #2771 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mulberry Elementary School often compared to?
Mulberry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocean View Elementary School, Murphy Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Mulberry Elementary School?
447 students attend Mulberry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mulberry Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mulberry Elementary School?
Mulberry Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mulberry Elementary School offer ?
Mulberry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Mulberry Elementary School part of?
Mulberry Elementary School is part of East Whittier City Elementary School District.
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