Serving 851 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pico Canyon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pico Canyon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pico Canyon Elementary School's student population of 851 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
851 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Collaborate, Innovate, Persevere, Excel
School Rankings
Pico Canyon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pico Canyon Elementary School is 0.75, which is more 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
#605 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
28%
12%
Hispanic
30%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
28%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pico Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Pico Canyon Elementary School is ranked #605 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pico Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Pico Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevenson Ranch Elementary School, Oak Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pico Canyon Elementary School?
851 students attend Pico Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Pico Canyon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Asian, 28% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pico Canyon Elementary School?
Pico Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pico Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Pico Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pico Canyon Elementary School part of?
Pico Canyon Elementary School is part of Newhall School District.
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