Serving 566 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pinon Hills 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pinon Hills Elementary serves the northwest part of Phelan, CA, covering an approximate area of 42.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pinon Hills Elementary School's student population of 566 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
566 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pinon Hills 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 Pinon Hills Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#7188 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
65%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Coyotes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pinon Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Pinon Hills Elementary School is ranked #7188 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pinon Hills Elementary School?
566 students attend Pinon Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pinon Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pinon Hills Elementary School?
Pinon Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pinon Hills Elementary School offer ?
Pinon Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pinon Hills Elementary School part of?
Pinon Hills Elementary School is part of Snowline Joint Unified School District.
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