Serving 435 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arroyo West Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arroyo West Elementary School's student population of 435 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arroyo West Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arroyo West Elementary School is 0.56, which is less 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
#2475 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
55%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arroyo West Elementary School's ranking?
Arroyo West Elementary School is ranked #2475 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Arroyo West Elementary School often compared to?
Arroyo West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Meadows Elementary School, Walnut Canyon Elementary School, Campus Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Arroyo West Elementary School?
435 students attend Arroyo West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Arroyo West Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arroyo West Elementary School?
Arroyo West Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Arroyo West Elementary School offer ?
Arroyo West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Arroyo West Elementary School part of?
Arroyo West Elementary School is part of Moorpark Unified School District.
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