Serving 606 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Ruth Grimes 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruth Grimes Elementary serves the northwest part of Bloomington, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruth Grimes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ruth Grimes Elementary School's student population of 606 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Motto
College is not Just a Dream, It's the Plan
School Rankings
Ruth Grimes 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 Ruth Grimes Elementary School is 0.14, 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
#3501 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
93%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruth Grimes Elementary School's ranking?
Ruth Grimes Elementary School is ranked #3501 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ruth Grimes Elementary School often compared to?
Ruth Grimes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary School, Paul Rogers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ruth Grimes Elementary School?
606 students attend Ruth Grimes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ruth Grimes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruth Grimes Elementary School?
Ruth Grimes Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ruth Grimes Elementary School offer ?
Ruth Grimes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Ruth Grimes Elementary School part of?
Ruth Grimes Elementary School is part of Colton Joint Unified School District.
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