Serving 646 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Chaparral 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 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaparral Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Chaparral Elementary School's student population of 646 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
646 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Chaparral 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 Chaparral Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1484 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
33%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
18%
12%

Hispanic
36%
56%

Black
2%
5%

White
29%
20%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaparral Elementary School's ranking?
Chaparral Elementary School is ranked #1484 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Chaparral Elementary School often compared to?
Chaparral Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Condit Elementary School, Sycamore Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Chaparral Elementary School?
646 students attend Chaparral Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Chaparral Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chaparral Elementary School?
Chaparral Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Chaparral Elementary School offer ?
Chaparral Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Chaparral Elementary School part of?
Chaparral Elementary School is part of Claremont Unified School District.
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