Needs Improvement
#9080 of 9,539 schools in CA
Margaret Hedrick Elementary
Elementary School · El Centro Elementary
550 South Waterman Ave., EL Centro, CA 92243
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
23:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,080 of 9,539
In EL Centro
#19 of 21
public schools
In district
#12 of 12
El Centro Elementary
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About Margaret Hedrick Elementary
Margaret Hedrick Elementary is a public elementary school in EL Centro, CA, part of El Centro Elementary. Margaret Hedrick Elementary serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret Hedrick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #9,080 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Margaret Hedrick Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Margaret Hedrick Elementary runs 23:1 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.
33% of students at Margaret Hedrick 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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Margaret Hedrick Elementary — Students at Margaret Hedrick Elementary score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
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: 1.8/10.
How Margaret Hedrick Elementary Compares
See how Margaret Hedrick 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
550 South Waterman Ave., EL Centro, CA 92243
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margaret Hedrick Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences (rated 8.5/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby San Diego), which scores notably higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harding Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in EL Centro, see our EL Centro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY S SCHOOL El Centro | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| St. Marys School El Centro | 0.2 mi | — |
| Ballington Academy for the Arts and Sciences San Diego | 0.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Wilson Jr. High El Centro | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| De Anza Magnet El Centro | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Imperial Valley Home School Academy El Centro | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Central Union High El Centro | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Sunflower Elementary El Centro | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary El Centro | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Southwest High El Centro | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Harding Elementary El Centro | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Christian Home Academy El Centro | 1.0 mi | — |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary El Centro | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Desert Garden Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| McKinley Elementary El Centro | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Calvary Chapel Christian School El Centro El Centro | 1.2 mi | — |
| Kennedy Middle El Centro | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Desert Oasis High (Continuation) El Centro | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Phoenix Rising High El Centro | 1.6 mi | — |
| Booker T. Washington Elementary El Centro | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92243 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,890
Median Home Value
$286,100
Median Rent
$992/mo
Population
48,556
College Educated
16.2%
Homeownership
51.5%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
31.5
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|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Elementary Sacramento, CA | 3.4 |
| Adams Elementary Stockton, CA | 3.4 |
| Aspire Gateway Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 3.4 |
| Bridge Street Elementary Yuba City, CA | 3.4 |
| Carroll Fowler Elementary Ceres, CA | 3.4 |
| Chavez (Cesar) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 3.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margaret Hedrick Elementary
What grades does Margaret Hedrick Elementary serve?
Margaret Hedrick Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Margaret Hedrick Elementary?
Margaret Hedrick Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret Hedrick Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Margaret Hedrick Elementary is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margaret Hedrick Elementary rank in CA?
Margaret Hedrick Elementary ranks #9,080 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Margaret Hedrick Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Margaret Hedrick Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Margaret Hedrick Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret Hedrick Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Margaret Hedrick Elementary a charter school?
No, Margaret Hedrick Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margaret Hedrick Elementary a Title I school?
No, Margaret Hedrick Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret Hedrick Elementary?
82.6% of students at Margaret Hedrick 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
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (760) 352-4750
Resources & Links
District
El Centro Elementary- District Enrollment
- 5,182
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,901
- District Rank
- #12 of 12
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