Excellent
#1333 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 14% in state
Park Elementary
Elementary School · Alhambra Unified
301 North Marengo Ave., Alhambra, CA 91801
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
23.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,333 of 9,539
In Alhambra
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#7 of 16
Alhambra Unified
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Park Elementary
Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Alhambra, CA, part of Alhambra Unified. Park Elementary serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 23.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,333 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Park Elementary show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Park Elementary runs 23.2:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Park Elementary — Students at Park Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 8.3/10.
How Park Elementary Compares
See how Park 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
301 North Marengo Ave., Alhambra, CA 91801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sierra Vista Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marengo Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby South Pasadena), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BELL TOWER TRILINGUAL SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Alhambra, see our Alhambra schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,549
Median Home Value
$797,000
Median Rent
$1,879/mo
Population
53,730
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
37.7%
Avg Commute
30.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
41.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Park Elementary
What grades does Park Elementary serve?
Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Park Elementary?
Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Park Elementary is 23.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Park Elementary rank in CA?
Park Elementary ranks #1,333 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Elementary has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Park Elementary?
59.8% of students at Park 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.3%
- Phone
- (626) 943-3640
Resources & Links
District
Alhambra Unified- District Enrollment
- 14,602
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,015
- District Rank
- #7 of 16
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