Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Donald L. Rheem Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donald L. Rheem 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
Donald L. Rheem Elementary School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Donald L. Rheem Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald L. Rheem Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#259 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
18%
12%
Hispanic
11%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
49%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
51%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald L. Rheem Elementary School's ranking?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Donald L. Rheem Elementary School often compared to?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camino Pablo Elementary School, Los Perales Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Donald L. Rheem Elementary School?
411 students attend Donald L. Rheem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Donald L. Rheem Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donald L. Rheem Elementary School?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Donald L. Rheem Elementary School offer ?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Donald L. Rheem Elementary School part of?
Donald L. Rheem Elementary School is part of Moraga Elementary School District.
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