Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-6, New Lexington 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Lexington Elementary serves the southwest part of South El Monte, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 0.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 0.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Lexington Elementary School's student population of 313 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
313 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
New Lexington 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 New Lexington Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#3932 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
43%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Lexington Elementary School's ranking?
New Lexington Elementary School is ranked #3932 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend New Lexington Elementary School?
313 students attend New Lexington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of New Lexington Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Lexington Elementary School?
New Lexington Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does New Lexington Elementary School offer ?
New Lexington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is New Lexington Elementary School part of?
New Lexington Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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