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#3756 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 39% in state
Mission Elementary
Elementary School · Ontario-Montclair
5555 Howard St., Ontario, CA 91762
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher
22.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,756 of 9,539
In Ontario
#18 of 37
public schools
In district
#23 of 33
Ontario-Montclair
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Mission Elementary
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About Mission Elementary
Mission Elementary is a public elementary school in Ontario, CA, part of Ontario-Montclair. Mission Elementary serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mission Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,756 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Mission Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Mission Elementary runs 22.4:1 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.
34% of students at Mission 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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Mission Elementary — Students at Mission Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.9%
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: 6.7/10.
How Mission Elementary Compares
See how Mission 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
5555 Howard St., Ontario, CA 91762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mission Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista Grande Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montera Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buena Vista Arts-Integrated (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Montclair), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ontario, see our Ontario schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ORION INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Ontario | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Hunter Academies Ontario | 0.3 mi | — |
| Oaks Middle Ontario | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chino | 0.7 mi | — |
| Vista Grande Elementary Ontario | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Kingsley Elementary Montclair | 1.0 mi | 8.0 |
| E. J. Marshall Elementary Chino | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Howard Elementary Montclair | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Kraft Academy Ontario | 1.2 mi | — |
| Montera Elementary Montclair | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Ontario High Ontario | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Monte Vista Elementary Montclair | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Richard Haynes Elementary Ontario | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Walnut Avenue Elementary Chino | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Vernon Middle Montclair | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ONTARIO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ontario | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Elderberry Elementary Ontario | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Buena Vista Arts-Integrated Montclair | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Chino High Chino | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Montclair High Montclair | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,289
Median Home Value
$568,700
Median Rent
$1,752/mo
Population
63,656
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
58.4%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
33.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mission Elementary
What grades does Mission Elementary serve?
Mission Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mission Elementary?
Mission Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mission Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mission Elementary is 22.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mission Elementary rank in CA?
Mission Elementary ranks #3,756 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Mission Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mission Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Mission Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mission Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mission Elementary a charter school?
No, Mission Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mission Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mission Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mission Elementary?
88.9% of students at Mission 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
- 560
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (909) 627-3010
Resources & Links
District
Ontario-Montclair- District Enrollment
- 17,944
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,882
- District Rank
- #23 of 33
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