Pachappa Elementary School

6200 Riverside Ave.
Riverside, CA 92506
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 676 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pachappa 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 676 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : Pachappa Elementary serves the northern part of Riverside, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Pachappa Elementary School's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
676 students

Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar
School Motto
All Pachappa students will be AVID ready demonstrating proficiency in reading and fluency in math.

School Rankings

Pachappa 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 Pachappa Elementary School is 0.48, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#3263 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

39%
34%

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

50%
47%

Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1

Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
12%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
70%
56%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
4%
5%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
16%
20%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
7%
6%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
84%
0.48

Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
29.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Pachappa Elementary School's ranking?
Pachappa Elementary School is ranked #3263 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pachappa Elementary School often compared to?
Pachappa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain View Elementary School, Reach Leadership Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pachappa Elementary School?
676 students attend Pachappa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Pachappa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pachappa Elementary School?
Pachappa Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pachappa Elementary School offer ?
Pachappa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pachappa Elementary School part of?
Pachappa Elementary School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pachappa Elementary School located?
Pachappa Elementary School is located in the Magnolia Center neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Magnolia Center.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
i graduated in 1996 . i love this school and the staff. especially mrs. camarillo
- Posted by Student/Alumni - mi_he

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 676 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 39% (Top 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • : Pachappa Elementary serves the northern part of Riverside, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.5 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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