Serving 638 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Samuel W. Simpson 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School's student population of 638 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#4218 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
89%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School is ranked #4218 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School often compared to?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W.j.c. Trapp Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School?
638 students attend Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School offer ?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School part of?
Samuel W. Simpson Elementary School is part of Rialto Unified School District.
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