Serving 547 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Reche Canyon 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 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 91% 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: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reche Canyon Elementary serves the eastern part of Colton, CA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 13.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reche Canyon Elementary School's student population of 547 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1966
School Motto
Keeping Students First ... Achievement, Equity, Wellness
School Rankings
Reche Canyon 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 Reche Canyon Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#6082 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
76%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.9%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Reche Canyon Elementary School's ranking?
Reche Canyon Elementary School is ranked #6082 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Reche Canyon Elementary School often compared to?
Reche Canyon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terrace View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Reche Canyon Elementary School?
547 students attend Reche Canyon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Reche Canyon Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reche Canyon Elementary School?
Reche Canyon Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Reche Canyon Elementary School offer ?
Reche Canyon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Reche Canyon Elementary School part of?
Reche Canyon Elementary School is part of Colton Joint 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)
Last Day for Students (Winter Break Begins Dec. 11)
December 10, 2026 (Thursday)
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