Serving 741 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Myron D. Witter 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 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 741 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Myron D. Witter Elementary serves the southwest part of Brawley, CA, covering an area of approximately 25.1 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myron D. Witter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Myron D. Witter Elementary School's student population of 741 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
741 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect, Integrity, Determination, Excellence
School Rankings
Myron D. Witter 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 Myron D. Witter Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#4593 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
91%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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 Myron D. Witter Elementary School's ranking?
Myron D. Witter Elementary School is ranked #4593 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Myron D. Witter Elementary School often compared to?
Myron D. Witter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miguel Hidalgo Elementary School, J. W. Oakley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Myron D. Witter Elementary School?
741 students attend Myron D. Witter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Myron D. Witter Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Myron D. Witter Elementary School?
Myron D. Witter Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Myron D. Witter Elementary School offer ?
Myron D. Witter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Myron D. Witter Elementary School part of?
Myron D. Witter Elementary School is part of Brawley Elementary School District.
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