Excellent
#1247 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 13% in state
Bitely (arlene) Elementary
Elementary School · Garvey Elementary
7501 East Fern Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,247 of 9,539
In Rosemead
#8 of 14
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Garvey Elementary
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Bitely (arlene) Elementary
Elementary School in Rosemead · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bitely (arlene) Elementary
Bitely (arlene) Elementary is a public elementary school in Rosemead, CA, part of Garvey Elementary. Bitely (arlene) Elementary serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bitely (arlene) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,247 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Bitely (arlene) Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Bitely (arlene) Elementary runs 24.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
32% of students at Bitely (arlene) Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Bitely (arlene) Elementary — Students at Bitely (arlene) Elementary score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Bitely (arlene) Elementary Compares
See how Bitely (arlene) Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7501 East Fern Ave., Rosemead, CA 91770
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bitely (arlene) Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Duff Language Magnet Academy (rated 9.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monterey Vista Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Monterey Park), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Potrero Heights Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby South San Gabriel), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Rosemead, see our Rosemead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garvey (Richard) Intermediate Rosemead | 0.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Monterey Vista Elementary Monterey Park | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Emerson (Ralph Waldo) Elementary Rosemead | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ESTHER'S NEST CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Monterey Park | 0.4 mi | — |
| Duff Language Magnet Academy Rosemead | 0.7 mi | 9.8 |
| Hillcrest Elementary Monterey Park | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Mark Keppel High Alhambra | 0.9 mi | 8.0 |
| SUNSHINE EDUCATIONAL CENTER Rosemead | 1.0 mi | — |
| Potrero Heights Elementary South San Gabriel | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| GRACE GARDEN PRESCHOOL Alhambra | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL San Gabriel | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Rice (Eldridge) Elementary Rosemead | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Sanchez (George I.) Elementary Rosemead | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Dewey Avenue Elementary San Gabriel | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Temple (Roger W.) Intermediate Rosemead | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Willard (Frances E.) Elementary Rosemead | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| McKinley Elementary San Gabriel | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Ynez Elementary Monterey Park | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Repetto Elementary Monterey Park | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Don Bosco Technical Institute Rosemead | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,757
Median Home Value
$712,700
Median Rent
$1,740/mo
Population
58,893
College Educated
23.1%
Homeownership
51.1%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
44.6
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| Accelerated Charter Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.2 |
| Arlington Elementary Torrance, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Meadow Public Fresno, CA | 8.2 |
| Aspen Valley Prep Academy Fresno, CA | 8.2 |
| Bellingham Elementary North Hollywood, CA | 8.2 |
| Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Montclair, CA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bitely (arlene) Elementary
What grades does Bitely (arlene) Elementary serve?
Bitely (arlene) Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Bitely (arlene) Elementary?
Bitely (arlene) Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bitely (arlene) Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Bitely (arlene) Elementary is 24.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bitely (arlene) Elementary rank in CA?
Bitely (arlene) Elementary ranks #1,247 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Bitely (arlene) Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Bitely (arlene) Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Bitely (arlene) Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bitely (arlene) Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bitely (arlene) Elementary a charter school?
No, Bitely (arlene) Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bitely (arlene) Elementary a Title I school?
No, Bitely (arlene) Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bitely (arlene) Elementary?
72.3% of students at Bitely (arlene) Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (626) 307-3318
Resources & Links
District
Garvey Elementary- District Enrollment
- 4,266
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,535
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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