Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arlington Heights Elementary School's student population of 357 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlington Heights Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Heights Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6742 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
31%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
42%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is ranked #6742 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arlington Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Arlington Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridge Heights Elementary School, Thomas Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arlington Heights Elementary School?
357 students attend Arlington Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Arlington Heights Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Heights Elementary School?
Arlington Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Arlington Heights Elementary School offer ?
Arlington Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arlington Heights Elementary School part of?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is part of San Juan Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Arlington Heights Elementary School located?
Arlington Heights Elementary School is located in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Citrus Heights, CA.
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