Serving 778 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Pepper Tree Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 778 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pepper Tree 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
Pepper Tree Elementary School's student population of 778 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
778 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pepper Tree 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 Pepper Tree Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1316 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
16%
12%
Hispanic
41%
55%
Black
2%
5%
White
34%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepper Tree Elementary School's ranking?
Pepper Tree Elementary School is ranked #1316 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Pepper Tree Elementary School often compared to?
Pepper Tree Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Pepper Tree Elementary School?
778 students attend Pepper Tree Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Pepper Tree Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pepper Tree Elementary School?
Pepper Tree Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Pepper Tree Elementary School offer ?
Pepper Tree Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Pepper Tree Elementary School part of?
Pepper Tree Elementary School is part of Upland Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 2/16/2023
The staff is incredibly friendly and on top of it. The teachers are great so far for both of my children. Excellent school overall.
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