Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ralph Bunche Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ralph Bunche Elementary serves the west part of Carson, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralph Bunche Elementary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
217 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ralph Bunche Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralph Bunche Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#4369 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
59%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Ralph Bunche Elementary School's ranking?
Ralph Bunche Elementary School is ranked #4369 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ralph Bunche Elementary School often compared to?
Ralph Bunche Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chaparral Prep Academy, Magnolia Science Academy 3, Ambler Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ralph Bunche Elementary School?
217 students attend Ralph Bunche Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ralph Bunche Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph Bunche Elementary School?
Ralph Bunche Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ralph Bunche Elementary School offer ?
Ralph Bunche Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ralph Bunche Elementary School part of?
Ralph Bunche Elementary School is part of Compton Unified School District.
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