Serving 364 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Elmhurst Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (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 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmhurst Elementary School's student population of 364 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmhurst 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 Elmhurst Elementary School is 0.52, which is less 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
#5622 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmhurst Elementary School's ranking?
Elmhurst Elementary School is ranked #5622 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Elmhurst Elementary School often compared to?
Elmhurst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mound Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Elmhurst Elementary School?
364 students attend Elmhurst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Elmhurst Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmhurst Elementary School?
Elmhurst Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Elmhurst Elementary School offer ?
Elmhurst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Elmhurst Elementary School part of?
Elmhurst Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 3/3/2020
Really good school love the principal she really cares about each and everyone of the students always in high spirits very sweet lady always says good morning staff in the office are very helpful And very sweet Whenever I need help they are there to help
5 9/26/2013
Elmhurst is a good school for kids who are brave, but it might not be the top choice of all schools when your talking about a shy, timmid type of kid.I should know because i've been going there since i was in kindergarten, now i'm in 5th grade.
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