Serving 695 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ynez Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ynez Elementary serves the southeast part of Monterey Park, CA, covering an area of approximately 0.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance area about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ynez Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ynez Elementary School's student population of 695 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
695 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ynez Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ynez Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1795 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
73%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-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 Ynez Elementary School's ranking?
Ynez Elementary School is ranked #1795 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Ynez Elementary School often compared to?
Ynez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Repetto Elementary School, Monterey Highlands Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Ynez Elementary School?
695 students attend Ynez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Ynez Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ynez Elementary School?
Ynez Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Ynez Elementary School offer ?
Ynez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Ynez Elementary School part of?
Ynez Elementary School is part of Alhambra Unified School District.
School Calendar
View the Ynez Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break: Novermber 23 - 27
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break 03/29-04/02
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School - MINIMUM DAY
May 28, 2027 (Friday)
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