Serving 619 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wedgeworth Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wedgeworth 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
School Overview
Wedgeworth Elementary School's student population of 619 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wedgeworth Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wedgeworth Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#176 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
79%
12%
Hispanic
15%
55%
Black
n/a
5%
White
2%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wedgeworth Elementary School's ranking?
Wedgeworth Elementary School is ranked #176 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Wedgeworth Elementary School often compared to?
Wedgeworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Los Molinos Elementary School, Grazide Elementary School, Mesa Robles by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Wedgeworth Elementary School?
619 students attend Wedgeworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wedgeworth Elementary School students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wedgeworth Elementary School?
Wedgeworth Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Wedgeworth Elementary School offer ?
Wedgeworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wedgeworth Elementary School part of?
Wedgeworth Elementary School is part of Hacienda La Puente Unified School District.
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