Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pierpont Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (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 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% 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-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pierpont Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pierpont Elementary School's student population of 289 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pierpont 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 Pierpont Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#2067 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
22%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
65%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Pierpont Elementary School's ranking?
Pierpont Elementary School is ranked #2067 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Pierpont Elementary School?
289 students attend Pierpont Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pierpont Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pierpont Elementary School?
Pierpont Elementary School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Pierpont Elementary School offer ?
Pierpont Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pierpont Elementary School part of?
Pierpont Elementary School is part of Ventura Unified School District.
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