Serving 300 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Potrero 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 6% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Potrero Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Potrero, CA, encompassing approximately 662.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 19.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 35.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Potrero Elementary School's student population of 300 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Potrero 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 Potrero Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#9238 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
99%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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 #9238 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Potrero Elementary School?
300 students attend Potrero Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Potrero Elementary School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potrero Elementary School?
Potrero Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Potrero Elementary School offer ?
Potrero Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Potrero Elementary School part of?
Potrero Elementary School is part of Mountain Empire Unified School District.
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