Serving 1,194 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery 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 63% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery's student population of 1,194 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
1,194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery 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 Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery is 0.70, 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
#1027 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
28:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
45%
12%
Hispanic
25%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
18%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
25%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery's ranking?
Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery is ranked #1027 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery often compared to?
Philistine Rondo School Of Discoveryis often viewed alongside schools like Rosa Parks Elementary School, Clara Barton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery?
1,194 students attend Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery?
Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery offer ?
Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery part of?
Philistine Rondo School Of Discovery is part of Corona-Norco Unified School District.
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