Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School

7544 East Emerson Pl.
Rosemead, CA 91770
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 390 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : Top 50% in CA
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
390 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (CA)
#3550 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
41%
34%
46%
47%
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
56%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Garvey Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School is ranked #3550 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School?
390 students attend Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School students are Asian, 39% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School?
Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School offer ?
Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School part of?
Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School is part of Garvey Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School located?
Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary School is located in the Garvey neighborhood of Rosemead, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Garvey.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 390 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
  • : Top 50%
  • : 41% (Top 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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