Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Cole 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 10% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cole Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Cole Elementary School's student population of 438 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cole 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 Cole Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#8152 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
78%
55%
Black
12%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cole Elementary School's ranking?
Cole Elementary School is ranked #8152 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Cole Elementary School often compared to?
Cole Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Pacific Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Cole Elementary School?
438 students attend Cole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Cole Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cole Elementary School?
Cole Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Cole Elementary School offer ?
Cole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Cole Elementary School part of?
Cole Elementary School is part of San Bernardino City Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Cole Elementary School located?
Cole Elementary School is located in the San Andreas neighborhood of Highland, CA. There are 4 other public schools located in San Andreas.
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