Serving 175 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mupu 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to 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 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mupu Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Santa Paula school district, covering approximately 40 square miles. This area typically allows for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mupu Elementary School's student population of 175 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
175 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mupu 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 Mupu Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#3882 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Mupu Elementary School's ranking?
Mupu Elementary School is ranked #3882 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Mupu Elementary School often compared to?
Mupu Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thelma Bedell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Mupu Elementary School?
175 students attend Mupu Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Mupu Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mupu Elementary School?
Mupu Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mupu Elementary School offer ?
Mupu Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Mupu Elementary School part of?
Mupu Elementary School is part of Mupu Elementary School District.
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