Serving 650 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wedgeworth Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wedgeworth Elementary serves the southeast part of Hacienda Heights, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 0.5 miles to the school from the zone edge, reaching up to 1 mile at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wedgeworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wedgeworth Elementary School's student population of 650 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
650 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Wedgeworth Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wedgeworth Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#245 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
81%
12%
Hispanic
11%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wedgeworth Elementary School's ranking?
Wedgeworth Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wedgeworth Elementary School often compared to?
Wedgeworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Molinos Elementary School, Grazide Elementary School, Mesa Robles by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wedgeworth Elementary School?
650 students attend Wedgeworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wedgeworth Elementary School students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wedgeworth Elementary School?
Wedgeworth Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wedgeworth Elementary School offer ?
Wedgeworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wedgeworth Elementary School part of?
Wedgeworth Elementary School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
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