Serving 508 students in grades Kindergarten-5, S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary serves a central area in Riverside, CA, encompassing approximately 1 square mile. The typical drive to the school from anywhere within the zone takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's student population of 508 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
508 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaging all students in partnership with family and community to become informed, compassionate, global citizens.
School Rankings
S. Christa Mcauliffe 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 S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#4875 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
10%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School's ranking?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is ranked #4875 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School often compared to?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Promenade Elementary School, Phillip M. Stokoe Elementary School, Collett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
508 students attend S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offer ?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School part of?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is part of Alvord Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School located?
S. Christa Mcauliffe Elementary School is located in the La Sierra neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 5 other public schools located in La Sierra.
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