Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Potrero Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Potrero Heights Elementary serves the northeast section of Rosemead, CA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Potrero Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Potrero Heights Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Potrero Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Potrero Heights Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#1361 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
60%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Potrero Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Potrero Heights Elementary School is ranked #1361 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Potrero Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Potrero Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bella Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Potrero Heights Elementary School?
380 students attend Potrero Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Potrero Heights Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Potrero Heights Elementary School?
Potrero Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Potrero Heights Elementary School offer ?
Potrero Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Potrero Heights Elementary School part of?
Potrero Heights Elementary School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Potrero Heights Elementary School located?
Potrero Heights Elementary School is located in the South Montebello neighborhood of Rosemead, CA.
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