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#6210 of 9,539 schools in CA
North Ranchito Elementary
Elementary School · El Rancho Unified
8837 East Olympic Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
334
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,210 of 9,539
In Pico Rivera
#11 of 14
public schools
In district
#10 of 13
El Rancho Unified
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About North Ranchito Elementary
North Ranchito Elementary is a public elementary school in Pico Rivera, CA, part of El Rancho Unified. North Ranchito Elementary serves approximately 334 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. North Ranchito Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,210 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for North Ranchito Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
North Ranchito Elementary runs 23.9:1 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.
40% of students at North Ranchito 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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North Ranchito Elementary — Students at North Ranchito Elementary score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.5/10.
How North Ranchito Elementary Compares
See how North Ranchito Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8837 East Olympic Blvd., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering North Ranchito Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. West Whittier Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Whittier), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valencia Academy of the Arts (rated 7.8/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montebello Gardens Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pico Rivera, see our Pico Rivera schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Montebello Gardens Elementary Pico Rivera | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| CUMORAH KIDS Pico Rivera | 0.4 mi | — |
| Armenian Mesrobian School Pico Rivera | 0.5 mi | — |
| ARMENIAN MESROBIAN SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| North Park Academy of the Arts Pico Rivera | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Durfee Elementary Pico Rivera | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| South Ranchito Dual Language Academy Pico Rivera | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ST HILARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pico Rivera | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| St. Hilary Pico Rivera | 0.9 mi | — |
| Valencia Academy of the Arts Pico Rivera | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| La Merced Academy Montebello | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Fremont Elementary Montebello | 1.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Ruben Salazar Continuation Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| La Merced Intermediate Montebello | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Rio Vista Elementary Pico Rivera | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| El Rancho High Pico Rivera | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTEBELLO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montebello | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Orange Grove Elementary Whittier | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| West Whittier Elementary Whittier | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| St. Benedict Elementary Montebello | 1.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,956
Median Home Value
$621,400
Median Rent
$1,775/mo
Population
60,821
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
39.2
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| Aliso Elementary Carpinteria, CA | 5.6 |
| Anderson Heights Elementary Anderson, CA | 5.6 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Redding, CA | 5.6 |
| CATHEDRAL OF ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Stockton, CA | 5.6 |
| Camino Elementary Camino, CA | 5.6 |
| Carmela Elementary Whittier, CA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about North Ranchito Elementary
What grades does North Ranchito Elementary serve?
North Ranchito Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend North Ranchito Elementary?
North Ranchito Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 334 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at North Ranchito Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at North Ranchito Elementary is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does North Ranchito Elementary rank in CA?
North Ranchito Elementary ranks #6,210 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is North Ranchito Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
North Ranchito Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 North Ranchito Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, North Ranchito Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is North Ranchito Elementary a charter school?
No, North Ranchito Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is North Ranchito Elementary a Title I school?
No, North Ranchito Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Ranchito Elementary?
87.4% of students at North Ranchito 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 334
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (562) 801-7630
Resources & Links
District
El Rancho Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,110
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,565
- District Rank
- #10 of 13
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