Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ramona Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ramona Elementary serves a central area in Alhambra, CA, covering approximately 0.9 square miles. Most residents are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching about 1.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ramona Elementary School's student population of 650 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
650 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Our mission is to cultivate an inclusive community of learners where critical thinking, effective communication, collaborative teamwork, and creative problem-solving flourish.
School Rankings
Ramona Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramona Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#2219 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
54%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-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 Ramona Elementary School's ranking?
Ramona Elementary School is ranked #2219 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ramona Elementary School often compared to?
Ramona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martha Baldwin Elementary School, Fremont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ramona Elementary School?
650 students attend Ramona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ramona Elementary School students are Asian, 40% of students are Hispanic, 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 Ramona Elementary School?
Ramona Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ramona Elementary School offer ?
Ramona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ramona Elementary School part of?
Ramona Elementary School is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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