Serving 817 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Arlene Hein 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 59% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 85% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlene Hein Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Arlene Hein Elementary School's student population of 817 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
817 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Arlene Hein 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 Arlene Hein Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1431 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
47%
12%
Hispanic
19%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Elk Grove Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlene Hein Elementary School's ranking?
Arlene Hein Elementary School is ranked #1431 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arlene Hein Elementary School?
817 students attend Arlene Hein Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Arlene Hein Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlene Hein Elementary School?
Arlene Hein Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Arlene Hein Elementary School offer ?
Arlene Hein Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Arlene Hein Elementary School part of?
Arlene Hein Elementary School is part of Elk Grove Unified School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Teachers aren`t interested in helping students that are behind.
5 10/10/2025
We love this school. Teachers are wonderful, and very receptive to the needs of children and families. Keep up the good work Arlene Hein!
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