Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Michael D'arcy 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 18% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michael D'arcy Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Michael D'arcy 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 Michael D'arcy Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#6937 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
81%
55%
Black
13%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael D'arcy Elementary School's ranking?
Michael D'arcy Elementary School is ranked #6937 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Michael D'arcy Elementary School often compared to?
Michael D'arcy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richardson Prep Hi Middle School, Hardy Brown College Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Michael D'arcy Elementary School?
402 students attend Michael D'arcy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Michael D'arcy Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael D'arcy Elementary School?
Michael D'arcy Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Michael D'arcy Elementary School offer ?
Michael D'arcy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Michael D'arcy Elementary School part of?
Michael D'arcy Elementary School is part of Colton Joint Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Michael D'arcy Elementary School located?
Michael D'arcy Elementary School is located in the Southridge Village neighborhood of Fontana, CA. There are 6 other public schools located in Southridge Village.
School Reviews
5 3/31/2022
I love Michael D''arcy Elementary all my kids have attended. Since the new principal joined about 4 -5 years ago they are very active, very involved. All the teachers know us by our first name including the principal. During the Pandemic, they were all very thoughtful communicated great with us. If I could give them more than 5 stars I would.
5 11/15/2012
i love this school it is amazing and very active my child said they were mean but those kids were talking about how they wanted to be his firends
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