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#6472 of 9,539 schools in CA
Lopez Elementary
Elementary School · Pomona Unified
800 South Garey Ave., Pomona, CA 91766
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,472 of 9,539
In Pomona
#24 of 34
public schools
In district
#27 of 36
Pomona Unified
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Lopez Elementary
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About Lopez Elementary
Lopez Elementary is a public elementary school in Pomona, CA, part of Pomona Unified. Lopez Elementary serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lopez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #6,472 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Lopez Elementary show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lopez 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.
Lopez Elementary runs 22.6:1 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.
55% of students at Lopez 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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Lopez Elementary — Students at Lopez Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.5%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.
How Lopez Elementary Compares
See how Lopez Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
800 South Garey Ave., Pomona, CA 91766
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lopez Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lexington Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Madison Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Vejar Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pomona, see our Pomona schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vejar Elementary Pomona | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Madison Elementary Pomona | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| RAV Academy Pomona | 0.6 mi | — |
| School of Arts and Enterprise Pomona | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Fremont Academy of Engineering and Design Pomona | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Roosevelt Elementary Pomona | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pomona | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Garey High Pomona | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Lexington Elementary Pomona | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Lincoln Elementary Pomona | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Decker Elementary Pomona | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Alcott Elementary Pomona | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Washington Elementary Pomona | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Westmont Elementary Pomona | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Simons Middle Pomona | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Philadelphia Elementary Pomona | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Pomona | 1.8 mi | — |
| Cortez Elementary Pomona | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Oak Crest Academy Independent Studies Pomona | 1.8 mi | — |
| Oak Crest Academy - Pomona Pomona | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91766 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,699
Median Home Value
$568,300
Median Rent
$1,776/mo
Population
68,673
College Educated
19.9%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
31.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
34.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lopez Elementary
What grades does Lopez Elementary serve?
Lopez Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lopez Elementary?
Lopez Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lopez Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lopez Elementary is 22.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lopez Elementary rank in CA?
Lopez Elementary ranks #6,472 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Lopez Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lopez Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Lopez Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lopez Elementary has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Lopez Elementary a charter school?
No, Lopez Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lopez Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lopez Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lopez Elementary?
98.5% of students at Lopez 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
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.7%
- Phone
- (909) 397-4438
Resources & Links
District
Pomona Unified- District Enrollment
- 20,966
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,301
- District Rank
- #27 of 36
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