Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pomona 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pomona Elementary serves the west part of Costa Mesa, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically live about 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge being around 0.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pomona Elementary School's student population of 264 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
264 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pomona 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 Pomona Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#6033 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
97%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
Showing 1998–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
20%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomona Elementary School's ranking?
Pomona Elementary School is ranked #6033 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pomona Elementary School?
264 students attend Pomona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Pomona Elementary School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pomona Elementary School?
Pomona Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Pomona Elementary School offer ?
Pomona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pomona Elementary School part of?
Pomona Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Pomona Elementary School located?
Pomona Elementary School is located in the Westside Costa Mesa neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside Costa Mesa.
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