Very Good
#3457 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Cherrylee Elementary
Elementary School · El Monte City
5025 Buffington Rd., EL Monte, CA 91732
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
295
Student-Teacher
21.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,457 of 9,539
In EL Monte
#12 of 25
public schools
In district
#12 of 14
El Monte City
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Cherrylee Elementary
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About Cherrylee Elementary
Cherrylee Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Monte, CA, part of El Monte City. Cherrylee Elementary serves approximately 295 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 21.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cherrylee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,457 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Cherrylee Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 8.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Cherrylee Elementary runs 21.1:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Cherrylee Elementary — Students at Cherrylee Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.
How Cherrylee Elementary Compares
See how Cherrylee Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5025 Buffington Rd., EL Monte, CA 91732
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cherrylee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legore Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Durfee Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wright Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Monte, see our EL Monte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Durfee Elementary El Monte | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Thompson Elementary El Monte | 0.8 mi | — |
| RIO HONDO PREP Arcadia | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Arroyo High El Monte | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| RIO HONDO PREPARATORY Arcadia | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Wright Elementary El Monte | 0.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Rio Hondo Elementary Arcadia | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| SHIELD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL El Monte | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Shield of Faith Christian School-EHE El Monte | 1.0 mi | — |
| El Monte Union High School Community Day El Monte | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Fernando R. Ledesma Continuation High El Monte | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| La Primaria Elementary El Monte | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Opportunities for Learning - Baldwin Park Covina | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| ACADEMICISE INT. PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Arcadia | 1.3 mi | — |
| Pearl Preparatory Arcadia | 1.5 mi | — |
| PEARL PREPARATORY SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Twin Lakes Elementary El Monte | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| ANGELA PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Arcadia | 1.4 mi | — |
| Plymouth Elementary Monrovia | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Legore Elementary El Monte | 1.4 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91732 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,172
Median Home Value
$628,400
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
58,056
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
43.6%
Avg Commute
28.9 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
38.3
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|---|---|
| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 7.0 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.0 |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk, CA | 7.0 |
| Aspire College Academy Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 7.0 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Orange, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cherrylee Elementary
What grades does Cherrylee Elementary serve?
Cherrylee Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cherrylee Elementary?
Cherrylee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 295 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cherrylee Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cherrylee Elementary is 21.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cherrylee Elementary rank in CA?
Cherrylee Elementary ranks #3,457 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Cherrylee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cherrylee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Cherrylee Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cherrylee Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Cherrylee Elementary a charter school?
No, Cherrylee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cherrylee Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cherrylee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cherrylee Elementary?
77.3% of students at Cherrylee 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
- 295
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (626) 575-2326
Resources & Links
District
El Monte City- District Enrollment
- 7,045
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,006
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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