Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wilcox 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 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilcox Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilcox Elementary School's student population of 479 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
Empowering Students to Achieve Academic Excellence as Model Citizens
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Wilcox 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 Wilcox Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#6146 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilcox Elementary School's ranking?
Wilcox Elementary School is ranked #6146 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wilcox Elementary School often compared to?
Wilcox Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, La Merced Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wilcox Elementary School?
479 students attend Wilcox Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Wilcox Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilcox Elementary School?
Wilcox Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Wilcox Elementary School offer ?
Wilcox Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wilcox Elementary School part of?
Wilcox Elementary School is part of Montebello Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilcox Elementary School located?
Wilcox Elementary School is located in the South Montebello neighborhood of Montebello, CA. There are 13 other public schools located in South Montebello.
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