Very Good
#2963 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 31% in state
EL Camino Elementary
Elementary School · Ontario-Montclair
1525 West Fifth St., Ontario, CA 91762
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,963 of 9,539
In Ontario
#12 of 37
public schools
In district
#17 of 33
Ontario-Montclair
School environment
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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EL Camino Elementary
Elementary School in Ontario · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About EL Camino Elementary
EL Camino Elementary is a public elementary school in Ontario, CA, part of Ontario-Montclair. EL Camino Elementary serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Camino Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,963 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for EL Camino Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at EL Camino 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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EL Camino Elementary — Students at EL Camino Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.2%
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: 6.8/10.
How EL Camino Elementary Compares
See how EL Camino 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
1525 West Fifth St., Ontario, CA 91762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Camino Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montera Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buena Vista Arts-Integrated (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kingsley Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ontario, see our Ontario schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Montclair | 0.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Vernon Middle Montclair | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Elderberry Elementary Ontario | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Kingsley Elementary Montclair | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Hillside High Upland | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Ontario | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Citrus Elementary Upland | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Montclair | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Montclair | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Kraft Academy Ontario | 1.3 mi | — |
| Cabrillo Elementary Upland | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Moreno Elementary Montclair | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Serrano Middle Montclair | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Montclair High Montclair | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Vina Danks Middle Ontario | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Montera Elementary Montclair | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Chaffey High Ontario | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Baldy View Elementary Upland | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF UPLAND Upland | 1.8 mi | — |
| ST GEORGE PARISH SCHOOL Ontario | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,289
Median Home Value
$568,700
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
63,656
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Camino Elementary
What grades does EL Camino Elementary serve?
EL Camino Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend EL Camino Elementary?
EL Camino Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Camino Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Camino Elementary is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Camino Elementary rank in CA?
EL Camino Elementary ranks #2,963 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is EL Camino Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Camino Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 EL Camino Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Camino Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is EL Camino Elementary a charter school?
No, EL Camino Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Camino Elementary a Title I school?
No, EL Camino Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Camino Elementary?
87.2% of students at EL Camino 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.0%
- Phone
- (909) 986-6402
Resources & Links
District
Ontario-Montclair- District Enrollment
- 17,944
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,882
- District Rank
- #17 of 33
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