Below Average
#7641 of 9,539 schools in CA
Manuel L. Real Elementary
Elementary School · Val Verde Unified
19150 Clark St., Perris, CA 92570
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
633
Student-Teacher
22.6:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#7,641 of 9,539
In Perris
#17 of 28
public schools
In district
#12 of 21
Val Verde Unified
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Manuel L. Real Elementary
Elementary School in Perris · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Manuel L. Real Elementary
Manuel L. Real Elementary is a public elementary school in Perris, CA, part of Val Verde Unified. Manuel L.
Real Elementary serves approximately 633 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Manuel L. Real Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #7,641 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Manuel L. Real Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Manuel L. Real 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.
41% of students at Manuel L. Real 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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Manuel L. Real Elementary — Students at Manuel L. Real Elementary score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.2%
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: 4.0/10.
How Manuel L. Real Elementary Compares
See how Manuel L. Real 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
19150 Clark St., Perris, CA 92570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Manuel L. Real Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Benjamin Franklin Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tomas Rivera Elementary (rated 6.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Innovative Horizons Charter (rated 6.0/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Perris, see our Perris schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tomas Rivera Middle Perris | 0.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Columbia Elementary Perris | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Mead Valley Elementary Perris | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Val Verde High Perris | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Val Verde Student Success Academy Perris | 2.3 mi | — |
| Val Verde Academy Perris | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Citrus Hill High Perris | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Tomas Rivera Elementary Riverside | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Amelia Earhart Middle Riverside | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Riverside | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Val Verde Elementary Perris | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Riverside | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. High Riverside | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Enchanted Hills Elementary Perris | 4.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Innovative Horizons Charter Perris | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Oak Grove at The Ranch Perris | 4.3 mi | — |
| Rainbow Ridge Elementary Moreno Valley | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| John F. Kennedy Elementary Riverside | 4.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WOODCREST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM Riverside | 4.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Good Hope Elementary Perris | 4.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,570
Median Home Value
$419,800
Median Rent
$1,461/mo
Population
57,336
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
33.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
32.4
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| Aptitud Community Academy at Goss San Jose, CA | 4.8 |
| Barton Elementary Long Beach, CA | 4.8 |
| Beardsley Elementary Bakersfield, CA | 4.8 |
| Bennett/Kew P-8 Leadership Academy of Excellence Inglewood, CA | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Manuel L. Real Elementary
What grades does Manuel L. Real Elementary serve?
Manuel L. Real Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Manuel L. Real Elementary?
Manuel L. Real Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 633 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Manuel L. Real Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Manuel L. Real 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 Manuel L. Real Elementary rank in CA?
Manuel L. Real Elementary ranks #7,641 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Manuel L. Real Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Manuel L. Real Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Manuel L. Real Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Manuel L. Real Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Manuel L. Real Elementary a charter school?
No, Manuel L. Real Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Manuel L. Real Elementary a Title I school?
No, Manuel L. Real Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Manuel L. Real Elementary?
93.2% of students at Manuel L. Real 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
- 633
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.4%
- Phone
- (951) 940-8520
Resources & Links
District
Val Verde Unified- District Enrollment
- 19,361
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,164
- District Rank
- #12 of 21
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