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#4698 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 49% in state
Hemet Elementary
Elementary School · Hemet Unified
633 East Kimball Ave., Hemet, CA 92543
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
24.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#4,698 of 9,539
In Hemet
#6 of 22
public schools
In district
#7 of 27
Hemet Unified
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Hemet Elementary
Hemet Elementary is a public elementary school in Hemet, CA, part of Hemet Unified. Hemet Elementary serves approximately 801 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hemet Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #4,698 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Hemet Elementary show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 4.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hemet Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Hemet 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.
37% of students at Hemet 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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Hemet Elementary — Students at Hemet Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 16 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: 8.8/10.
How Hemet Elementary Compares
See how Hemet Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
633 East Kimball Ave., Hemet, CA 92543
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hemet Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hemet Dual Language Academy (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Edward Hyatt World Language Academy (rated 6.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby San Jacinto), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ST JOHN S LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hemet, see our Hemet schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acacia Middle Hemet | 0.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Alessandro High Hemet | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Unity Educational Academy Hemet | 0.4 mi | — |
| Spectrum Center Hemet Hemet | 0.6 mi | — |
| Jacob Wiens Elementary Hemet | 0.7 mi | 2.5 |
| Whittier Elementary Hemet | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Beardens Hemet | 0.8 mi | — |
| Academy of Innovation Hemet | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Alpha Omega Christian San Jacinto | 1.2 mi | — |
| ALPHA OMEGA CHRISTIAN San Jacinto | 1.3 mi | — |
| DP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hemet | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| DP Christian School Hemet | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST JOHN S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hemet | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Ramona Elementary Hemet | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Diamond Valley Middle Hemet | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| McSweeny Elementary Hemet | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Dartmouth Middle Hemet | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
| Hemet Dual Language Academy Hemet | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Edward Hyatt World Language Academy San Jacinto | 2.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Park Hill Elementary San Jacinto | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92543 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,002
Median Home Value
$250,800
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
39,878
College Educated
12.7%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
37.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bellevue Elementary Atwater, CA | 6.4 |
| Berlyn Elementary Ontario, CA | 6.4 |
| Cadence Park Irvine, CA | 6.4 |
| Caliber: Beta Academy Richmond, CA | 6.4 |
| Chaparral Elementary Claremont, CA | 6.4 |
| Clovis Elementary Clovis, CA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hemet Elementary
What grades does Hemet Elementary serve?
Hemet Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Hemet Elementary?
Hemet Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 801 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hemet Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hemet 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 Hemet Elementary rank in CA?
Hemet Elementary ranks #4,698 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Hemet Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hemet 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 Hemet Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hemet Elementary has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Hemet Elementary a charter school?
No, Hemet Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hemet Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hemet Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hemet Elementary?
93.5% of students at Hemet 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 801
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (951) 765-1630
Resources & Links
District
Hemet Unified- District Enrollment
- 22,736
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,819
- District Rank
- #7 of 27
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