Very Good
#2037 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 21% in state
Emery Park Elementary
Elementary School · Alhambra Unified
2821 West Commonwealth Ave., Alhambra, CA 91803
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher
19.7:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,037 of 9,539
In Alhambra
#8 of 11
public schools
In district
#13 of 16
Alhambra Unified
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Emery Park Elementary
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About Emery Park Elementary
Emery Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Alhambra, CA, part of Alhambra Unified. Emery Park Elementary serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Emery Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,037 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Emery Park Elementary show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Emery Park 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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Emery Park Elementary — Students at Emery Park Elementary score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 7.4/10.
How Emery Park Elementary Compares
See how Emery Park 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
2821 West Commonwealth Ave., Alhambra, CA 91803
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emery Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sierra Vista Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. Another option is Monterey Hills Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BELL TOWER TRILINGUAL SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Alhambra, see our Alhambra schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91803 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,537
Median Home Value
$831,800
Median Rent
$1,790/mo
Population
27,803
College Educated
36.6%
Homeownership
50.9%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
42.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emery Park Elementary
What grades does Emery Park Elementary serve?
Emery Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Emery Park Elementary?
Emery Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emery Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Emery Park Elementary is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emery Park Elementary rank in CA?
Emery Park Elementary ranks #2,037 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Emery Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Emery Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Emery Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Emery Park Elementary has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Emery Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Emery Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emery Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Emery Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emery Park Elementary?
59.9% of students at Emery Park 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 394
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (626) 943-3340
Resources & Links
District
Alhambra Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,602
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,015
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
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