Serving 261 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Villacorta 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 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 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: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Villacorta Elementary serves the northwest part of La Puente, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Villacorta Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Motto
Be Vikings Be Respectful. Be Responsible. Be Ready to Lead.
School Rankings
Villacorta 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 Villacorta Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#6795 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
88%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
2%
20%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Villacorta Elementary School's ranking?
Villacorta Elementary School is ranked #6795 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Villacorta Elementary School?
261 students attend Villacorta Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Villacorta Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Villacorta Elementary School?
Villacorta Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Villacorta Elementary School offer ?
Villacorta Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Villacorta Elementary School part of?
Villacorta Elementary School is part of Rowland Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - School Closed Nov. 23-27
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - School Closed Nov. 23-27
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - School Closed Nov. 23-27
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - School Closed Nov. 23-27
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - School Closed Nov. 23-27
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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