Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rancho 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 50% (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 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rancho Elementary serves the west part of Temecula, CA, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho Elementary School's student population of 484 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
484 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Rancho 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 Rancho Elementary School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2080 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
7%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
56%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
42%
20%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Elementary School's ranking?
Rancho Elementary School is ranked #2080 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rancho Elementary School often compared to?
Rancho Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abby Reinke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% 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 Rancho Elementary School?
484 students attend Rancho Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Rancho Elementary School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Elementary School?
Rancho Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rancho Elementary School offer ?
Rancho Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Rancho Elementary School part of?
Rancho Elementary School is part of Temecula Valley Unified School District.
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