Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Rustic Lane 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 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rustic Lane Elementary serves the eastern part of Riverside, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rustic Lane Elementary School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
519 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rustic Lane 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 Rustic Lane Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#8163 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
91%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
3%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rustic Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Rustic Lane Elementary School is ranked #8163 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Rustic Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Rustic Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Van Buren Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Rustic Lane Elementary School?
519 students attend Rustic Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Rustic Lane Elementary School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rustic Lane Elementary School?
Rustic Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Rustic Lane Elementary School offer ?
Rustic Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Rustic Lane Elementary School part of?
Rustic Lane Elementary School is part of Jurupa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Rustic Lane Elementary School located?
Rustic Lane Elementary School is located in the Rubidoux neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 7 other public schools located in Rubidoux.
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