Serving 707 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Potrero Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Potrero Elementary School's student population of 707 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Potrero Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potrero Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#4918 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
n/a
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potrero Elementary School's ranking?
Potrero Elementary School is ranked #4918 out of 9,602 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Potrero Elementary School?
707 students attend Potrero Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Potrero Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Potrero Elementary School?
Potrero Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Potrero Elementary School offer ?
Potrero Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Potrero Elementary School part of?
Potrero Elementary School is part of El Monte City School District.
School Reviews
5 4/21/2008
The academic programs at Potrero give students the skills they need to move on to high school and even to college. The students are proud of their school because most students participate in sports as well as music. The facilities at Potrero are superior among the schools in their district. The parents really care about the school and the level of acamemic success for their kids.
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