Serving 535 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Philadelphia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Philadelphia Elementary serves the southeast part of Pomona, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 1.1 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philadelphia Elementary School's student population of 535 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
535 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Philadelphia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Philadelphia Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#7207 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
94%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philadelphia Elementary School's ranking?
Philadelphia Elementary School is ranked #7207 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Philadelphia Elementary School?
535 students attend Philadelphia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Philadelphia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philadelphia Elementary School?
Philadelphia Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Philadelphia Elementary School offer ?
Philadelphia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Philadelphia Elementary School part of?
Philadelphia Elementary School is part of Pomona Unified School District.
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