Serving 316 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hermosa Drive 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 45-49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hermosa Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hermosa Drive Elementary School's student population of 316 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hermosa Drive 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 Hermosa Drive Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2530 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
57%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
21%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hermosa Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Hermosa Drive Elementary School is ranked #2530 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hermosa Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Hermosa Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maple Elementary School, Rolling Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hermosa Drive Elementary School?
316 students attend Hermosa Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hermosa Drive Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hermosa Drive Elementary School?
Hermosa Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Hermosa Drive Elementary School offer ?
Hermosa Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Hermosa Drive Elementary School part of?
Hermosa Drive Elementary School is part of Fullerton Elementary School District.
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