Serving 501 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Pio Pico 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 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pio Pico Elementary serves the northern part of Santa Ana, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pio Pico Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pio Pico 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 Pio Pico Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#8447 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1995–2024. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Pio Pico Elementary School's ranking?
Pio Pico Elementary School is ranked #8447 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pio Pico Elementary School?
501 students attend Pio Pico Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pio Pico Elementary School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pio Pico Elementary School?
Pio Pico Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pio Pico Elementary School offer ?
Pio Pico Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Pio Pico Elementary School part of?
Pio Pico Elementary School is part of Santa Ana Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pio Pico Elementary School located?
Pio Pico Elementary School is located in the Pico Lowell neighborhood of Santa Ana, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Pico Lowell.
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