Serving 786 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Taawila Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taawila Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Taawila Elementary School's student population of 786 students has grown by 179% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 153% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Taawila 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 Taawila Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2820 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
44%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
26%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taawila Elementary School's ranking?
Taawila Elementary School is ranked #2820 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Taawila Elementary School?
786 students attend Taawila Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Taawila Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taawila Elementary School?
Taawila Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Taawila Elementary School offer ?
Taawila Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Taawila Elementary School part of?
Taawila Elementary School is part of Menifee Union School District.
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