Serving 600 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Merced Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-5
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Merced 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
School Overview
Merced Elementary School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Merced 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 Merced Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1128 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
12%
Hispanic
69%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merced Elementary School's ranking?
Merced Elementary School is ranked #1128 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Merced Elementary School often compared to?
Merced Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Jose Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Merced Elementary School?
600 students attend Merced Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Merced Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merced Elementary School?
Merced Elementary School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Merced Elementary School offer ?
Merced Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Merced Elementary School part of?
Merced Elementary School is part of West Covina Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Merced Elementary School located?
Merced Elementary School is located in the Walnut Valley neighborhood of West Covina, CA. There are 15 other public schools located in Walnut Valley.
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