Serving 424 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Escalona Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Escalona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Escalona Elementary School's student population of 424 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Escalona 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 Escalona Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1862 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
72%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
14%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escalona Elementary School's ranking?
Escalona Elementary School is ranked #1862 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Escalona Elementary School often compared to?
Escalona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gardenhill Elementary School, Eastwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Escalona Elementary School?
424 students attend Escalona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Escalona Elementary School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escalona Elementary School?
Escalona Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Escalona Elementary School offer ?
Escalona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Escalona Elementary School part of?
Escalona Elementary School is part of Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District.
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