Serving 715 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Railway 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 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 (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Railway Elementary serves the southeast part of Perris, CA, encompassing approximately 8.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone takes 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Railway Elementary School's student population of 715 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
715 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Railway 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 Railway Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#7354 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-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 Railway Elementary School's ranking?
Railway Elementary School is ranked #7354 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Railway Elementary School often compared to?
Railway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clearwater Elementary School, Skyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Railway Elementary School?
715 students attend Railway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Railway Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Railway Elementary School?
Railway Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Railway Elementary School offer ?
Railway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Railway Elementary School part of?
Railway Elementary School is part of Perris Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Railway Elementary School located?
Railway Elementary School is located in the Pinacate neighborhood of Perris, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Pinacate.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
A LOT OF TEACHERS ARE VERY ABUSIVE TO CHILDREN. SOME HAVE PREJUDICE TENDENCIES. THERE ARE JUST A FEW GOOD TEACHERS. THE NEW PRINCIPAL DOES NOT CARE.
THERE ARE A LOT OF BULLIES IN THIS SCHOOL.
THESE BAD TEACHERS EXPECT PARENTS TO TEACH THE CHILDREN.
THE FACILITIES ARE NICE.
5 10/10/2025
That school is great and amazing STEVE
1 10/10/2025
Steve, 9 years later there is still a lot of bullying and the principals, counselors, and teachers don't care. My daughter came home with an anti- bullying ambassador award today. This piece of paper means nothing to my daughter, she says she wants something done about the bullying going on at this school. BOI must be a teacher or have some kind of affiliation to this school.
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