Serving 837 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 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (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 837 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
837 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Arlene Hein Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlene Hein Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1380 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
33%

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
44%
12%

Hispanic
21%
56%

Black
7%
5%

White
15%
20%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a

Two or more races
12%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlene Hein Elementary School's ranking?
Arlene Hein Elementary School is ranked #1380 out of 9,602 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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?
837 students attend Arlene Hein Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Arlene Hein Elementary School students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% 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
5 8/5/2021
The teachers at this school are invested in the students. We have been very impressed with the way our teachers and staff handled the distance learning classes during the pandemic. And major kudos to the teachers and staff during the transition to in-person classes. We have been fortunate to have awesome teachers so far for our young boy. Go soaring hawks!
5 12/8/2017
We love this school. Teachers are wonderful, and very receptive to the needs of children and families. Keep up the good work Arlene Hein!
1 11/2/2017
Teachers aren`t interested in helping students that are behind.
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