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Durfee Elementary

Elementary School · El Rancho Unified

4220 South Durfee Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

26.3:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,682 of 9,539

In Pico Rivera

#6 of 14

public schools

In district

#5 of 13

El Rancho Unified

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Durfee Elementary

6.4/10

Elementary School in Pico Rivera · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Durfee Elementary

Durfee Elementary is a public elementary school in Pico Rivera, CA, part of El Rancho Unified. Durfee Elementary serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Durfee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,682 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Durfee Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Durfee Elementary runs 26.3:1 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.

34% of students at Durfee 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.4% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-18 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+4.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,565
Chronic Absenteeism33.9%

Durfee Elementary — Students at Durfee Elementary score 30% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

85.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 31.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
35%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
26.9%
ELA
37.7%
2024
Math
28.4%
ELA
32.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Durfee Elementary Compares

See how Durfee Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in CA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
86%
Teaching Staff
26:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

Location

4220 South Durfee Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Durfee Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Whittier Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Whittier), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valencia Academy of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montebello Gardens Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pico Rivera, see our Pico Rivera schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
North Park Academy of the Arts Pico Rivera 0.3 mi 5.8
CUMORAH KIDS Pico Rivera 0.4 mi
North Ranchito Elementary Pico Rivera 0.6 mi 5.6
Montebello Gardens Elementary Pico Rivera 0.9 mi 7.3
ARMENIAN MESROBIAN SCHOOL Pico Rivera 0.9 mi 6.9
Armenian Mesrobian School Pico Rivera 0.9 mi
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy Pico Rivera 1.2 mi 5.4
St. Hilary Pico Rivera 1.3 mi
ST HILARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pico Rivera 1.3 mi 5.6
Orange Grove Elementary Whittier 1.3 mi 6.2
La Merced Academy Montebello 1.3 mi 6.7
La Merced Intermediate Montebello 1.4 mi 5.7
Valencia Academy of the Arts Pico Rivera 1.7 mi 7.8
West Whittier Elementary Whittier 1.8 mi 7.9
Fremont Elementary Montebello 1.5 mi 5.8
Ruben Salazar Continuation Pico Rivera 1.9 mi 5.7
Katherine Edwards Mid Sch STEAM & Dual Immersion Acad Whittier 2.0 mi 8.3
Whittier Independent Study Whittier 1.9 mi 4.3
Rio Vista Elementary Pico Rivera 1.9 mi 6.0
Walter F. Dexter Middle Whittier 1.9 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,956

Median Home Value

$621,400

Median Rent

$1,775/mo

Population

60,821

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

70.1%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Durfee Elementary

What grades does Durfee Elementary serve?

Durfee Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Durfee Elementary?

Durfee Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Durfee Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Durfee Elementary is 26.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Durfee Elementary rank in CA?

Durfee Elementary ranks #4,682 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Durfee Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Durfee Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Durfee Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Durfee Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Durfee Elementary a charter school?

No, Durfee Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Durfee Elementary a Title I school?

No, Durfee Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Durfee Elementary?

85.7% of students at Durfee 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher Ratio
26.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
85.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

District

El Rancho Unified
District Enrollment
7,110
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,565
District Rank
#5 of 13

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